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Tao Te Ching Paperback – September 2, 2019

by Lao Tzu (Author), Sam Torode (Translator), Dwight Goddard (Translator)
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The Path to Peace

The Tao Te Ching is a series of meditations on the mysterious nature of the Tao—the Way, the Light, the very Source of all existence. According to Lao Tzu (a name meaning "the old master"), the Tao is found where we would least expect it—not in the strong but in the weak; not in speech but in silence; not in doing but in "not-doing."

Compiled in China around 2,500 years ago, the Tao Te Ching is beloved by seekers all the world over. This edition is rendered in poetic language by Sam Torode, based on the 1919 translation by Dwight Goddard, making this ancient work accessible to contemporary readers.
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"The Tao Te Ching is a treasure of wisdom, and I strongly feel that this is one of the best gifts to give anyone, whether it be for Christmas, birthdays, anything." —Jimmy of the "Bright Insight" YouTube channel, reviewing this particular edition

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"A testament to humanity's at-home-ness in the universe, it can be read in half an hour or a lifetime." —Huston Smith, author of The World's Religions, speaking of the Tao Te Ching in general

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Sam Torode creates books that entertain, inform, and inspire. He is author of a bestselling humorous novel, The Dirty Parts of the Bible—now a graphic novel—and several philosophical works, including Living from the Soul, Secrets of the Mind, The Manual, and The Meditations.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Independently published (September 2, 2019)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 100 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1690029994
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1690029991
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 16 - 18 years
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 3.84 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.25 x 0.25 x 8 inches
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C. Priem
5.0 out of 5 stars I'm happy
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Big E and Lilly
5.0 out of 5 stars Tao
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Tao first time reading about it and very amazed how it is everywhere around us. Looking forward to reading more on this for sure.
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Phillip Kirk
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Solid and informative reading overall. I appreciate the lessons. Will definitely need to reread to truly grasp the concepts though.
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Kent R. Spillner
5.0 out of 5 stars Deeply Inspiring
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It takes less than an hour to read this book but you will want to study and reflect upon its teachings for the rest of your life.
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Rachel
4.0 out of 5 stars Good starting point
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If you are interested in learning more about Taoism, this is a simple and easy to read translation. I do not know enough to.comment in the accuracy of said translation. That being said, I think the volume would benefit from a foreword that gave historical and cultural context to the Tao Te Ching. I will definitely be interested to read other translations and dive deeper into the context surrounding this work.

All that being said, I found d the philosophy contained in this book to be simple and meaningful. Its message is clearly lacking in modern society.
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Louis J. Castle
5.0 out of 5 stars always a great reminder of true virtue
Reviewed in the United States on September 27, 2023
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I occasionally read the Tao Te Ching to settle my mind and find refreshment. I only regret I don’t read the words and attempt to practice the excellent tenets therein often enough.
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Andrea
5.0 out of 5 stars Truth
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So simply put in such a small book
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the item arrived in a timely manner and excellent condition and excellent battery health 10 out of 10 would recommend
5.0 out of 5 stars Quality over quantity
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A misleadingly short read ,its words are few but its substance is vast . Also nice calming light blue for the cover .
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L Moreira
5.0 out of 5 stars A melhor tradução
Reviewed in Brazil on February 21, 2023
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Das três que comprei é a melhor tradução disparado. A portuguesa brasileira de Arraes e a francesa, me apavoraram.
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Each quote Needs to be read many times or have a teacher with you to explain what it means
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J.S
5.0 out of 5 stars Beauty in Simplicity and Wisdom at its Finest
Reviewed in Canada on December 21, 2019
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This is a book that everyone should read. You do not have to follow everything it says, but it does get you thinking. Too long have we over complicated things. It is time to take a step back and see that life can be better, and it starts with you.

P.S Perhaps by my own misunderstanding some of these verses come off as contradicting. Translations is a tricky thing to get right, especially for something that is likely over 2000 years old. Honestly I get it but at the same time I don’t. Well that is the nature when dealing with philosophy in general.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Au top !
Reviewed in France on November 25, 2019
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great read
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