Dao De Jing is one of the richest, most suggestive, and most popular works of philosophy and literature. Composed in China between the late sixth and the late fourth centuries b.c., its enigmatic verses have inspired artists, philosophers, japanese av girl, poets, religious thinkers, and general readers down to our own times. This new translation, both revelatory and authentic, captures much of the beauty and nuance of the original work. In an extensive and accessible commentary to his translation, Moss Roberts r
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Da Bo Gong Temple, a Taoist temple that attracts both devotees and sightseers
The peaceful Kusu Island, one of Singapore’s Southern Islands, has been developed from a mere couple of reef outcrops into a sizable island which has achieved the status of a holiday destination. One of Kusu Island’s prime attractions is the Taoist Da Bo Gong Temple, which houses two principal deities, Da Bo Gong and Guan Yin. Da Bo Gong, known as the God of Prosperity or Merchant God is revered for his reputed ability to cure diseases, grant prosperity, forestall danger and calm the seas. Guan Yin on the other hand is considered to confer fertility and grant children. The picturesque red-hued temple was constructed by a rich businessman in 1923.
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Question by Wisdom: I’ve found the best site for you to learn about the Tao te chinh ( dao de jinh )( lao tzu) here come get it?
he has soo many names true lolz
1- understand who he is =
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lao_tzu
2- His teaching here =
http://www.wright-house.com/religions/taoism/tao-te-ching.html
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Laozi is regarded as the author of the Dao De Jing, though it has been debated throughout history whether he authored it.
In legends, he was conceived when his mother gazed upon a falling star. It is said that he stayed in the womb and matured for sixty-two years. He was born when his mother leaned against a plum tree. He emerged a grown man with a full grey beard and long earlobes, which are… Continue reading
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Question by Jaydee S: How are the ways of life of the Taoist Wise Men similar to that of the Buddhist Monks? Taoism Buddhism?
How are the Taoist Wise Men similar to the Buddhist Monks?
Taoists and Buddhists have different goals in life and each wants to achieve different things. The Taoists believe the world should work naturally and the Buddhists want to achieve enlightenment, but what methods do each of them use that are similar?
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Answer by P’angTaoist practice is most like Zen Buddhist practice – however the two practice traditions have very different objectives.
Taoist practitioners generally seek to develop personal qualities – longevity, special energies, harmony with circumstances, and so on.
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Question by Miichael: What is the difference between Taoist meditation and Zen meditation?
Is Zen meditation and Taoist meditation the same thing? If not, can someone post a link to taoist meditation?
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Answer by Pantheist” Zen Meditation may be one of the few lifelines left for holding onto personal sanity. Zen meditation is the practice of sitting in preparation of calming your body and mind and opening yourself up to discovering insight into the nature of your being.”
Taoist meditation : ” A body free from the effects of an anxious mind is a stronger body. A healthy mind actually allows for a stronger immune system. A stronger immune system fights disease more effectively; and, with luck, we achieve the ultimate Taoist goal, to live longer and… Continue reading
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In the hands of Jonathan Star, the eighty-one verses of the Tao Te Ching resound with the elegant, simple images and all-penetrating ideas that have made this ancient work a cornerstone of the world’s wisdom literature.
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Question by benastrada: where can i find an audio recording of the Dao De Jing in chinese?
I am looking for an audio recording – online, cassette, CD or other – in chinese of the Dao De Jing (sometimes Tao Te Ching)
I’ve looked everywhere I could think of but have run out of ideas… Most are abridged or english audio, or interpretations… I only want the chinese texxt read out
Any help welcome!
Thanks Boon
Exactly what i wanted, and especially thanks for linking to the download itself as I am still a beginner in Hanyu and would not have worked it out.
Xie xie!
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Answer by ~Boon~Try this
http://www.daode.org/download/audio/lz.mp3
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