Taoism

Whether or not Lao-Tzu was a historical figure is uncertain, but the wisdom gathered under his name in the 4th century BC is central to the understanding and practice of Taoism. One of the three great religions of China, Taoism is based upon a concept of the Tao, or Way, as the universal power through which all life flows. Tao...

Embark on a profound journey through the mysteries of Taoism with Lao Tzu: Tao Te Ching translated and commented upon by the remarkable Ursula K. Le Guin. This literary treasure invites readers into the timeless teachings of Lao Tzu, an ancient Chinese philosopher whose wisdom holds powerful relevance for the contemporary world. Through a series of poetic, thought-provoking verses, the...

Deftly introduced and enriched by the remarkable ink paintings of Stephen Addiss, this new translation of Tao Te Ching captures the terse and enigmatic beauty of the ancient original while resisting the tendency toward interpretive paraphrase found in many other editions. Along with the translation of the complete work, Lombardo and Addiss provide the reader with a measure of interaction...

In the hands of Jonathan Star, the eighty-one verses of the Tao Te Ching resound with elegant, simple images and all-penetrating ideas that have made this ancient work a cornerstone of the world's wisdom literature. This is another classic title in the 'Tarcher Cornerstone Edition' series, in which the great works of philosophy, spirituality and mind, body & spirit are...

Tao Te Ching by Lao Tzu is a profound and timeless work that has been revered for centuries as one of the foundational texts of Chinese philosophy and religion. This ancient wisdom, beautifully simple yet deeply profound, provides a guide for living a virtuous life. Through its 81 enigmatic verses, Lao Tzu offers insights into the nature of existence, the...

'Do you want to improve the world? I don't think it can be done. The world is sacred. It can't be improved. If you tamper with it, you'll ruin it. If you treat it like an object, you'll lose it.' Stephen Mitchell's translation of Lao Tzu's Tao Te Ching (The Book of the Way) has sold over half a million copies...

Tao Te Ching, also commonly known as Lao Tzu, is one of the most important Chinese classics and has had great influence on Chinese thought. It is regarded as the bible of Taoism and is by far the most frequently translated Chinese classic, with over thirty translations into English alone. The work is said to be by Lao Tzu, who...

In 1993, an astonishing discovery was made at a tomb in Guodian in Hubei province (east central China). Written on strips of bamboo that have miraculously survived intact since 300 B.C., the "Guodian Laozi," is by far the earliest version of the Tao Te Ching ever unearthed. Students of ancient Chinese civilization proclaimed the text a decisive breakthrough in the...

A collection of accessible texts on the Taoist art of inner alchemy. Taoist inner alchemy: a theory and method for transforming and refining the mind through practices such as meditation, breath control, and calisthenics. Includes a classic of Chinese alchemy: Four Hundred Words on the Golden Elixir. Written by the founder of the Complete Reality School, the text is accompanied...

The definitive guide to understanding Taoism—no matter your background or faith Lao Tzu's Tao Te Ching is the second most translated book in the world, and the practice of religious Taoism is on the rise in China, where adherents currently number in the hundreds of millions. Yet there remains a remarkable lack of reliable information about Taoism for curious westerners....

What would David Bowie do? When life gets tough, who can we turn to for help? Who will help us find happiness, meaning and purpose? The Tao of Bowie suggests that we turn to David Bowie for guidance - and use his amazing journey through life as a map to help us navigate our own. Buddhism was central to David...

Taoism is an ancient Chinese philosophy that emphasizes living in harmony with the universe. It is a tradition that has become widely popular in Europe and North America over the past fifty years--largely through its core text, the Tao Te Ching.The Wisdom of the Tao is filled with over 140 ancient stories express great truth by fusing anecdotes with philosophy....

In this deeply learned work, Toshihiko Izutsu compares the metaphysical and mystical thought-systems of Sufism and Taoism and discovers that, although historically unrelated, the two share features and patterns which prove fruitful for a transhistorical dialogue. His original and suggestive approach opens new doors in the study of comparative philosophy and mysticism. Izutsu begins with Ibn 'Arabi, analysing and isolating...

The Hundred Remedies of the Tao by Gregory Ripley is a new translation of the 6th-century Taoist text Bai Yao Lu (Statutes of the Hundred Remedies) accompanied by practical commentary. This book explains how the Hundred Remedies of the Bai Yao Lu offer a practical guide to what enlightened or sagely behaviour looks like. Each short verse of the Hundred...

In this book, Rosemarie Anderson shares her discoveries of the Divine Feminine Tao alongside her original translation of the Tao Te Ching. Working from ancient silk and bamboo slip manuscripts, the oldest known copies of the Tao Te Ching, the author slowly translated all 81 chapters over the course of two years, allowing each section to reveal its intimate poetic...

What would David Bowie do? When life gets tough, who can we turn to for help? Who will help us find happiness, meaning, and purpose? The Tao of Bowie suggests that we turn to David Bowie for guidance and use his amazing journey through life as a map to help us navigate our own. Buddhism was central to David Bowie's...

Taoism for Beginners is a practical guide to applying the key notions, concepts, and beliefs underlying Taoism's various branches and schools. Authors C. Alexander and Annellen Simpkins draw upon their years of training and study in meditation, martial arts, and Eastern philosophy to provide readers with a comprehensive introduction to the spiritual tenets and attainments that mark the holistic pathway...

Stephen Mitchell's translation of Lao Tzu's Tao Te Ching (The Book of the Way) has sold over half a million copies worldwide. In this edition, Mitchell's text is set against ancient Chinese paintings selected by Asian art expert, Dr Stephen Little. 'What is rooted is easy to nourish What is recent is easy to correct' Lao Tzu's Tao Te Ching...

The original mindfulness book, in a landmark new translation by the award-winning translator of the I Ching and The Art of War. A Penguin Classics Deluxe Edition, with flaps and deckle-edged paper. The most translated book in the world after the Bible, the Tao Te Ching, or "Book of the Tao," is a guide to cultivating a life of peace,...

The fortieth anniversary edition of the best-selling, admired, and enduring translation of this 2500-year-old world classic. The most accessible and authoritative modern English translation of this esoteric but infinitely practical bestselling book. "No one has done better in conveying Lao Tsu's simple and laconic style of writing, so as to produce an English version almost as suggestive of the many...