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Yoga, Tantra & Eastern Mysticism
Tao Te Ching
- First publishedc. 4th c. BCE
- TraditionEastern Mysticism
- Shelf111 books
The Tao Te Ching, attributed to Laozi, is a foundational text of Taoism, consisting of short chapters on the Tao, virtue, non-action and the art of governing. D. C. Lau's translation is noted for its accuracy and includes an introduction discussing the text's history and philosophy. It is an essential work for understanding Chinese thought and the philosophical basis of Taoist esoteric practice.













