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The tao of the Tao te ching : a translation and commentary by Michael LaFargue; Lao Tzu is a philosophy book available to read on EtoBox.

What is The tao of the Tao te ching : a translation and commentary about?

In this new translation and commentary, LaFargue interprets the concept of "Tao" in the Tao Te Ching as a spiritual state of mind cultivated in a particular school in ancient China a state of mind which also expressed itself in a simple but satisfying life-style, and in a low-key but effective style of political leadership. The interpretation offered here is not only historically accurate, but also conveys the spiritual depth of the Tao Te Ching and its contemporary relevance. The translation is made transparent by a design that presents all of the commentary on the page facing the relevant text.

Who reads The tao of the Tao te ching : a translation and commentary?

It is typically read by self-directed learners exploring a subject in depth.

Common subject areas: history, science, philosophy, social sciences.

Author
Michael LaFargue; Lao Tzu
Publisher
State University of New York Press
Published
2014
Language
EN
ISBN
9780791409862
Category
philosophy
Subjects
Religion, Reference, Fiction
Rating
4.32 / 5 (50 ratings)
Updated
2026-03-14

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