The Wisdom of the Tao

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Ancient Stories That Delight, Inform, and Inspire

By Deng Ming-Dao

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The Wisdom of the Tao presents over 140 ancient stories that blend humour, philosophy, and universal truths from Taoism, an ancient Chinese philosophy that emphasises living in harmony with the universe. Through anecdotes that are often ribald, irreverent, and sarcastic, the book guides readers to flow with life, live from the heart, embrace acceptance, and cultivate balance and openness.
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This book is ideal for readers interested in Taoism, Eastern philosophy, spirituality, and those seeking practical wisdom through storytelling to enrich their daily lives and perspectives.

"The majority of these stories are taken from two Taoist sources, Zhuangzi (370-287 BCE) and Liezi (c. fifth century BCE). We don't know much about either author ... Both books belong to the Taoist Canon, a collection of about 1,400 texts"--Page xv.

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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. The stories are frequently humorous, ribald, irreverent, or sarcastic--but they always speak to great and universal truths.

Here are stories that lead people to:

Flow with life
Live from the heart
Develop an openness to possibilities
Live in balance
Drop expectations
Embrace acceptance

The wisdom here fills a universal need. We need stories. They help us make sense of who we are and how we got here. They keep us sane as we try to absorb our experiences, our aging, and our emotions. Stories help us visualize the future by taking the messages of yesterday and helping us get tomorrow right.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781571748379

Publisher: Hampton Roads Publishing Co

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 12 April 2018

Country: United States

Imprint: Hampton Roads Publishing Co

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 178.0mm

Height: 127.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 208

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Deng Ming-Dao Non-Fiction Religion & Spirituality Taoism

About the Author

Deng Ming-Dao is an artist, philosopher, teacher, and martial artist. He is the author of eight books, including 365 Tao, Everyday Tao, Scholar Warrior, and Chronicles of Tao. He is an award-winning graphic designer and fine artist whose work is shown in several collections, including those of the Brooklyn Museum. Visit him at dengmingdao.com.

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