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At the heart of "All Things Flow into Form" (Fan wu liu xing), an ancient Chinese manuscript recently salvaged from the black market, is a concern with the process of self-cultivation, particularly the advancement through the incremental stages and the outcome that awaits one in the end: enlightenment, transparency, and self-possession. Critical to this discussion is a conception of a mind within a mind, the unity of which is obtained through the...
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What is "Chinese philosophy?" What is "philosophy" itself? How can one understand unfamiliar philosophical stances? How can comparison become a prominent philosophical tool? In this book, Massimiliano Lacertosa examines these questions by proposing an ethical understanding of the aesthetic encounter with the other and the world. Through the analysis of the works of Laozi, Zhuangzi, Nietzsche, and Heidegger, among others, this book explores the possibilities...
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How would Zhuangzi, a Chinese philosopher who lived in the fourth century BCE, have reacted to the recent linguistic reforms commonly referred to as "political correctness"? Zhuangzi was a language skeptic, which means that he did not believe that language could convey the true meanings of the world. Might Zhuangzi have argued that political correctness creates but a dream world made of rules, policies, and words-no more real than when he "dreamt...
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Written more than two thousand years ago, the Laozi, or Daodejing, is a classic of Chinese intellectual history and has been of foundational importance to cultural and religious history throughout East Asia. It is now venerated as a masterpiece of self-cultivation, with a poetic narrative that remains accessible and relevant even today. Paul Fischer's new, annotated translation aims for fidelity to the original text as well as clarity for a modern...
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Brings early Daoist writings into conversation with contemporary contemplative studies.
In The Contemplative Foundations of Classical Daoism, Harold D. Roth explores the origins and nature of the Daoist tradition, arguing that its creators and innovators were not abstract philosophers but, rather, mystics engaged in self-exploration and self-cultivation, which in turn provided the insights embodied in such famed works as the Daodejing and Zhuangzi....
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Investigates the cosmological and metaphysical thought in the Zhuangzi from the perspective of nothingness.
Zhuangzi and the Becoming of Nothingness offers a radical rereading of the Daoist classic Zhuangzi by bringing to light the role of nothingness in grounding the cosmological and metaphysical aspects of its thought. Through a careful analysis of the text and its appended commentaries, David Chai reveals not only how nothingness physically enriches...
9) Tao Te King
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Discover the path of wisdom.
Lao-Tse is considered to be the founder of Taoism. According to legend, he lived in the 4th century BC, served as the Reich archivist in the state and withdrew into solitude in old age. Here, at the request of a friend, he recorded his thoughts in a script that later generations named "Tao Te King".
This "Book of the Way and Virtue" is the most influential and well-known text of Chinese philosophy beyond the borders...
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This book comprises five classic works of Chinese mysticism. Culturally, these are the companion works to Confucius' thoughts, as expanded by Mencius. Confucianism is very much the Apollonian side of Chinese culture. It focuses on matters of ethics, hierarchy, responsibility, and social obligation. Daoism is the other side of the coin, focused on abstraction and uncertainty.
The two translators included in this volume were very different men. While...
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"One of Choice's Outstanding Academic Titles for 2012" "Winner of the 2013 Cover/Jacket Merit Award in the Professional, Scholarly Series category, New York Book Show" Richard J. Smith is the George and Nancy Rupp Professor of Humanities and professor of history at Rice University. His many books include Fathoming the Cosmos and Ordering the World: The Yijing (I-Ching, or Classic of Changes) and Its Evolution in China.
How the I Ching became one...
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How to Become a Great Leader
People are yearning to make an impact and create much needed change. Building a business, starting a movement, generating a new initiative in the workplace, creating change within a family, or supporting a non-profit enterprise in the community? People want to be part of the solution. Author Karen McGregor believes the 4000-year-old "Four Pillars of Influence" of the Tao Te Ching may be the key.
Positive vibes and how...
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Poetry and Reflection is a collection of poems written by Roger Neumaier in the years following his retirement. His intention was to write one poem a month into a poetry journal. The poems would reflect changes in the world around him.
However, the resulting series of poems ended up reflecting a period full of personal loss, challenges and necessary change. The poetry journal tells a story. But instead of following a plot-line, the cumulative arc...
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"Insightful and engaging! ... this book hits the mark with powerful techniques for living a more fulfilled life."Dr. Marshall Goldsmith, Thinkers50 #1 Executive Coach, and New York Times bestselling author of The Earned Life, and What Got You Here Won't Get You There
What if you could live your life in flow?
Being in flow is when you are 'in the zone', 'on your game', or even 'on fire'. This is both a mental state and a physical one. You have a...
15) Tao of Mysticism
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★★★★★ "A fascinating book that delves into the paths of various mystical traditions"
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Discover the Tao of Mysticism that recognizes the mystery and complexity of our universe!
This book outlines the paths through various mystical traditions like Taoism, various forms Buddhism, Hinduism, Christianity and Islam, by embracing the humility, and metaphysics of human condition.
Learn how you can acknowledge the transcendent experience that...
16) The 7 Perfect Agreements With Yourself: A Practical Guide Into Timeless Wisdom and Teachings for Per
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Meet Sarah, an ordinary woman burdened by self-doubt and fear. In the depths of her despair, she discovered a remarkable guide that would forever change her life-a guide called "The 7 Perfect Agreements with Yourself."
In this captivating and empowering book, Sarah's story unfolds as a testament to the transformative power of embracing the perfect agreement with oneself. From the bustling streets of the United States to the depths of her own soul,...
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C. G. Jung (1875–1961) was the founder of analytical psychology and one of the great intellectual figures of the twentieth century. Richard Wilhelm (1873–1930) was a sinologist, theologian, and missionary who translated many ancient Chinese works and wrote several books on Chinese philosophy and civilization. His acclaimed German translation of the I Ching from Chinese served as the basis for this Bollingen edition. Hellmut Wilhelm (1905–1990)...
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The Tao of Sobriety shows how to apply eastern philosophy to enhance recovery from addiction to alcohol and other drugs. With a few simple mental exercises, readers can learn how to quiet "The Committee," those nasty mental voices that undermine serenity and self-esteem. With leaders of the recovery movement enthusiastically endorsing this uniquely helpful book, The Tao of Sobriety is an invaluable addition to the recovery bookshelf.
19) Tao meditación
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Tao meditación saque dos piedras de la bolsa. Busque la combinación de caracteres obtenida en las lecturas y medite sobre el proverbio, el poema y la reflexión para recibir su mensaje diario. * relajante, reflexivo e inspirador. * basado en una tradición de más de 5000 años de antigüedad. * incluye hermosos talismanes para meditar la caja contiene.
20) Tao meditations
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Taoist meditation is an essential aspect of spiritual practice in the Taoist tradition. Focused on harmony with nature and the Universe, it offers a path to inner peace and deep understanding of oneself and the world around us. Unlike other forms of meditation, it emphasizes flow and transformation, mimicking the natural movement of the Tao, the universal force. In Taoist literature, such as Lao Tzu's "Tao Te Ching", these principles are explored...
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