Publisher's Synopsis
The Tao-Teh King, also known as the Book of the Virtues of the Tao, is a classic text of Taoism written by the Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu. This book is a translation and interpretation of the original text by Charles F. Horne. The Tao-Teh King is a collection of 81 short chapters that offer insights and guidance on living a virtuous life in harmony with the Tao, which is often translated as ""the way"" or ""the path"". The book explores the fundamental principles of Taoism, such as the importance of simplicity, humility, and non-action, and offers practical advice on how to apply these principles in everyday life.Horne's translation of the Tao-Teh King is highly regarded for its accuracy and readability. He provides extensive notes and commentary to help readers understand the context and meaning of each chapter. Additionally, the book includes an introduction that provides background information on Taoism and Lao Tzu's life and teachings.Overall, the Tao-Teh King is a timeless classic that offers valuable insights into the philosophy of Taoism and the art of living a virtuous life. Horne's translation is a must-read for anyone interested in Taoism or Eastern philosophy.THIS 70 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Sacred Books and Early Literature of the East: Medieval China, by Charles F. Horne. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 076610009X.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
