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Synopsis
The Dao De Jing is the foundational text of Daoism written by Laozi, with only about 5,000 characters it is one of the most influential philosophical works in history.
Overview
The Dao De Jing (道德经), also known as the Laozi, is the foundational text of Daoism attributed to the sage Laozi. The book has two parts and 81 chapters, totaling about 5,000 Chinese characters. Despite its brevity, it is one of the most influential philosophical works in world history.
Core Concepts
| Concept | Description |
|---|---|
| Dao | The source and law of all things |
| De | The manifestation and practice of Dao |
| Wu Wei | Action through non-action |
| Softness overcomes hardness | The weak overcomes the strong |
Famous Quotes
| Quote | Meaning |
|---|---|
| The Dao that can be told is not the eternal Dao | Truth transcends words |
| The highest good is like water | Water benefits all without competing |
| A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step | Great things start small |
| Knowing others is wisdom, knowing yourself is enlightenment | Self-knowledge is highest |
References
- Baidu Baike: Dao De Jing
- Wikipedia: Tao Te Ching
- Laozi Full Text
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