Tao Te Ching

Author: Laozi (Spring and Autumn Period)
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Publish Date: 2001-06-01
Features: The Daodejing, also known as the Laozi, was written during the late Spring and Autumn Period. It is one of the earliest philosophical works in Chinese history to possess a complete theoretical system. Since its inception, the Daodejing has profoundly influenced various aspects of Chinese culture with its profound and extensive thoughts and humanistic spirit. It offers pioneering explanations in the fields of metaphysics, epistemology, and methodology. The Daodejing is not merely a simple description of "morality"; it contains a wealth of content. The author lived during the turbulent late Spring and Autumn Period, where the ruthless and insatiable rulers deeply impacted his thinking. He advised rulers with a sense of sorrow, urging them not to excessively exploit the people or wage wars for personal gain, as this would lead to the people's suffering and rebellion. As a result, the Daodejing presents a set of political wisdom. The perception of life is also one of the fundamental themes in the Daodejing. The philosophical insights Laozi gained permeate the entire work, offering later generations with profound inspiration, some of which have become timeless maxims.