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The book of Chuang Tzu / by Zhuangzi,author.; Giles, Herbert A.,translator.;
"The Book of Chuang Tzu" is an ancient and important Chinese spiritual text dating from the 4th century BC. Together with the "Tao Te Ching", "The Book of Chuang Tzu" is a an important foundational text for the Taoist philosophy. Notable for its stark difference with the Chinese philosophy of Confucius, Taoism does not encourage one to live a strict life according to a rigid set of principles, but rather values following a more flexible path that can adapt to the irregular rhythms of life, or the "way". Scholars believe that some of "The Book of Chuang Tzu" was written by Chuang Tzu himself, a minor official during the Warring States period of Chinese history who attracted national attention with his brilliant prose and poetry. Chuang Tzu's work has withstood the test of time with its humorous and clever anecdotes, its lyrical and poetic observations of the natural world, and its startlingly wise insight into human nature. With an emphasis on living a less human-focused life that is more in tune with nature, "The Book of Chuang Tzu" had a profound influence on the development of Zen Buddhism and continues to be a source of guidance and wisdom to countless readers the world over." --
Subjects: Taoist philosophy.; Philosophy.;
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The Wisdom of the Tao : ancient stories that delight, inform, and inspire / by Deng, Ming-Dao,author,editor.(CARDINAL)729905; Zhuangzi.(CARDINAL)159306; Liezi,active 4th century B.C.(CARDINAL)515757;
"The Wisdom of the Tao is filled with 144 ancient stories that express profound truth by fusing delightful anecdotes with philosophy. Here are stories that lead people to do the following: flow with life, live from the heart, develop an openness to possibilities, live in balance, drop expectations, embrace acceptance...[Stories] help us make sense of who we are and how we got here. They keep us sane as we try to absorb our experiences, our aging, and our emotions. Stories help us visualize the future by taking the messages of yesterday and helping us get tomorrow right."--Page 2 of cover.
Subjects: Taoism.; Philosophy, Chinese; Wisdom.;
Available copies: 4 / Total copies: 5
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The second book of the Tao [sound recording] / by Mitchell, Stephen,1943-(CARDINAL)724055; Zhuangzi.Nanhua jing.Selections.English.(CARDINAL)526577;
Produced and directed by Garet Scott.Read by the author.Stephen Mitchell derives much wisdom from Taoists Chuang-tzu and Tzussu to offer Western listeners a modern version of the teachings of the Tao.
Subjects: Audiobooks.; Zhuangzi.; Zhong yong.;
Available copies: 3 / Total copies: 3
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The wisdom of Laotse / by Laozi,author.(CARDINAL)511874; Zhuangzi.Nanhua jing.Selections.English.(CARDINAL)526577; Zhuangzi.Nanhua jing.Selections.English.1983.; Lin, Yutang,1895-1976.(CARDINAL)148823;
Subjects: Taoism.;
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The art of quiet influence : timeless wisdom for leading without authority : Confucius, Rumi, Gandhi, the Buddha, Taoists, Zen Masters and more / by Davis, Jocelyn R.,author.(CARDINAL)801693;
Includes bibliographical references and index.Participation -- Be humane -- Confucius -- Applaud anguish -- The yoga vasiha -- Create delight -- Zhuangzi -- Practice patience -- Rumi -- Power -- Walk with the devil -- The Mahbhrata -- Follow the leaders -- Sima qian -- Fight softly -- Murasaki Shikibu -- Rule yourself -- Mahatma Gandhi -- Progress -- Establish mindfulness -- Gautama Buddha -- Tend the soil -- Mencius -- Be present -- Zen master Dogen -- Leave well -- IBN tufayl -- Epilogue: the thirteenth sage -- Appendices -- A. Quiet influence tactics -- B. Q&A -- Endnotes -- Index -- Acknowledgments.
Subjects: Mindfulness (Psychology); Self-actualization (Psychology); Conduct of life.; Work.;
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The Tao of happiness : stories from Chuang Tzu for your spiritual journey / by Lin, Derek,1964-author.;
Departure -- The flight of the Peng bird -- The frog in the well -- Useful and useless -- Secret formula -- Travel advisories -- Chaotic currents -- The mantis hunts the cicada -- The sacrificial cow -- The horse lover -- Travel tips -- The happiness of the fish -- The chef cuts the ox -- The wheelmaker -- Huangdi and the boy -- The Tao of the bandit -- Arrival -- The death of Chuang Tzu's wife -- The death of Chuang Tzu's friend -- The death of Chuang Tzu -- Tears of fears -- The dream of the butterfly.
Subjects: Tao.; Taoism.; Spiritual life; Zhuangzi.;
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The path : what Chinese philosophers can teach us about the good life / by Puett, Michael,1964-author.(CARDINAL)670623;
Includes bibliographical references.The age of complacency -- The age of philosophy -- On relationships: Confucius, and as-if ritual -- On decisions: Mencius, and the capricious world -- On influence: Laozi, and generating worlds -- On vitality: the inward training, and being like a spirit -- On spontaneity: Zhuangzi, and the world of transformation -- On humanity: Xunzi, and putting pattern on the world -- The age of possibility.For the first time an award-winning Harvard professor shares his wildly popular course on classical Chinese philosophy, showing you how these ancient ideas can guide you on the path to a good life today
Subjects: Philosophy, Chinese;
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The art of Chinese philosophy : eight classical texts and how to read them / by Goldin, Paul Rakita,1972-author.;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 245-329) and indexes.A smart and accessible introduction to the most important works of ancient Chinese philosophy--the Analects of Confucius, Mozi, Mencius, Laozi, Zhuangzi, Sunzi, Xunzi, and Han Feizi. This book provides an unmatched introduction to eight of the most important works of classical Chinese philosophy--the Analects of Confucius, Mozi, Mencius, Laozi, Zhuangzi, Sunzi, Xunzi, and Han Feizi. Combining accessibility with the latest scholarship, Paul Goldin, one of the world's leading authorities on the history of Chinese philosophy, places these works in rich context as he explains the origin and meaning of their compelling ideas. Because none of these classics was written in its current form by the author to whom it is attributed, the book begins by asking, "What are we reading?" and showing that understanding the textual history of the works enriches our appreciation of them. A chapter is devoted to each of the eight works, and the chapters are organized into three sections: "Philosophy of Heaven," which looks at how the Analects, Mozi, and Mencius discuss, often skeptically, Heaven (tian) as a source of philosophical values; "Philosophy of the Way," which addresses how Laozi, Zhuangzi, and Sunzi introduce the new concept of the Way (dao) to transcend the older paradigms; and "Two Titans at the End of an Age," which examines how Xunzi and Han Feizi adapt the best ideas of the earlier thinkers for a coming imperial age. In addition, the book presents clear and insightful explanations of the protean and frequently misunderstood concept of qi--and of a crucial characteristic of Chinese philosophy, nondeductive reasoning. The result is an invaluable account of an endlessly fascinating and influential philosophical tradition.
Subjects: Philosophy, Chinese; Philosophy, Chinese.;
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The four Chinese classics : Tao Te Ching, Chuang Tzu, analects, Mencius / by Hinton, David,1954-author.(CARDINAL)295322; Laozi.Dao de jing.English.(CARDINAL)524610; Confucius.Lun yu.English.(CARDINAL)726270; Zhuangzi.Nanhua jing.Selections.English.(CARDINAL)526577; Mencius.Mengzi.English.(CARDINAL)730665;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 567-575)."The books collected in this volume represent the first time since the mid-nineteenth century that the four seminal masterworks of ancient Chinese thought have been translated as a unified series by a single translator. Hinton's award-winning experience translating a wide range of ancient Chinese poets makes these books sing in English as never before. But these new versions are not only inviting and immensely readable, they also apply much-needed consistency to key philosophical terms in these texts, lending structural links and philosophical rigor heretofore unavailable in English. Breathing new life into these originary classics, Hinton's new translations will stand as the definitive texts for our era. Perhaps the most broadly influential spiritual text in human history, Lao Tzu's Tao Te Ching is the source of Taoist philosophy, which eventually developed into Ch'an (Zen) Buddhism. Equally influential in the social sphere, Confucious' Analects is the source of social wisdom in China. The Chuang Tzu is the wild and wacky prose complement to the Tao Te Ching. And with its philosophical story-telling, the Menicius adds depth and complexity to Confucius' vision." --
Subjects: Chinese literature;
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The philosophy of Tai chi chuan : wisdom from Confucius, Lao Tzu, and other great thinkers / by Boedicker, Freya,1970-(CARDINAL)493213; Boedicker, Martin,1965-(CARDINAL)493214;
"The essence of Tai Chi Chuan lies in the rich philosophy of ancient China. While most Tai Chi practitioners are aware of the value that studying Chinese philosophy can bring to their practice, it is often difficult to pick out those texts that are most relevant to Tai Chi and connected to its development. The Philosophy of Tai Chi Chuan presents, for the first time, a concise overview of the Chinese martial and spiritual philosophies that drive this ancient tradition.Authors Freya and Martin Boedicker, who teach Tai Chi throughout Europe and South Africa, present freshly translated excerpts from such popular and widely studied works as the Tao Te Ching, the I Ching, and The Art of War, as well as writings by philosophers and strategists such as Zhuangzi and Wuzi. Each chapter of this concise volume focuses on a single work or philosopher, and includes a short history of each one as well as a description of their relevance to Tai Chi. An extensive glossary of important Chinese terms rounds out the book. The Philosophy of Tai Chi Chuan offers readers a direct connection with the concepts that form the foundation of Tai Chi, inspiring a deeper understanding of the art and its applications." -- from Amazon.com.
Subjects: Philosophy, Chinese; Tai chi.;
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