Laozi

Author: Lao Dan
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Publish Date: 2002-02-01
Features: "The Tao Te Ching," also known as "Tao De Jing," is a classic of Taoism, traditionally attributed to Lao Dan of the late Spring and Autumn period in the state of Chu. The book consists of 81 chapters. "The Tao Te Ching" is a collection of Lao Dan's philosophical thoughts, systematically elaborating on his cosmology, political philosophy, and epistemology. "The Tao" is the fundamental category of Lao Dan's philosophical thought. Lao Dan believed that "The Tao" is the origin of the universe, independent of anything else, and constantly changes in a cyclic manner. "De," on the other hand, is the manifestation of "The Tao," representing its practical application in human life, society, and politics.