Daozang Index

Author: (French) Louis Chauvin, original editor; (Chinese) Chen Yaoting, adapted
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Publish Date: 2005-10-13
Features: This book is merely a tool for studying the Daozang. Among the various Daoist texts currently in circulation, the Zhengtong Daozang can be said to be the most complete, and it is an indispensable classic for studying Daoism and folk society. However, the titles of the books within it are exceptionally complex and often appear in different abbreviations, such as the famous Yuan Shi Wu Liang Du Ren Shang Pin Miao Jing, which is often shortened to Du Ren Jing, thereby causing researchers unnecessary trouble. The index categorizes all Daoist texts by book tables, rituals, etc., allowing readers to grasp them at a glance. The index also simplifies the names of the Daoist scriptures, retaining only their most important parts, which helps readers infer the original titles and facilitates finding related entries. The index can also assist readers in locating Daoist scriptures with significant title changes.