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41. Tao Te Ching - Lao Tzu's Taoism Classics by Lao Tzu | |
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(2009-06-09)
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42. The Essential Tao : An Initiation into the Heart of Taoism Through the Authentic Tao Te Ching and the Inner Teachings of Chuang-Tzu by Thomas Cleary | |
Paperback: 176
Pages
(1993-09-10)
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translate it yourself!
Book - Tao Te Ching
a horse of a different color
Probably very close to the authentic Tao Te Ching
Mixed feelings about this one |
43. Lao Tzu and Taoism by Max Kaltenmark | |
Paperback: 176
Pages
(1969-06-01)
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A stimulating concise overview of the essentials of Taoism. Its two main texts, the Tao Te Ching and Chuang Tzu, can be read quite easily by anyone in unannotated bare-text versions such as those of Lin Yutang and John C. H. Wu.Most of what these texts have to tell us will be clear enough - though a lifetime could be spent pondering some of it - and most readers will probably be content to remain with the texts. For those, however, whose curiosity has been aroused, and who would like to know something of Taoism's historical and philosophicalcontext and to read a brief scholarly analysis of its key ideas, I doubt there could be anything better than the present book by French Sinologist Max Kaltenmark. Originally published in 1965 under the title 'Lao tseu et le taoisme,' it's a small book of just 158 pages and has been beautifullytranslated into clear and vigorous English by Roger Greaves.After a brief Introduction we are given separate Chapters on Lao Tzu, The Teaching, The Holy Man, Chuang Tzu, and The Taoist Religion (the magico-religious system which should not be confused with philosophical Taoism proper).The book is rounded out with a brief Conclusion, a Selected Bibliography of both English and French sources, and an Index. Professor Kaltenmark tells us in his Preface that, because oflimitations of format, he was "forced ... to deal almost exclusivelywith essentials" (page v).His book, in consequence, provides us with a concise but wonderfully readable overview of Taoism, in both its philosophic and magico-religious manifestations, and nothing of real significance seems to have been overlooked. In addition, the book is considerably enriched by its many striking and well-translated excerpts, not only from Lao Tzu and Chuang Tzu, but also from commentators such as Ho Shang Kung and other less familiar sources.Kaltenmark's is one of those books that oneconstantly returns to.I'm pretty sure that you would enjoy it too. ... Read more |
44. The Tao of Parenting: The Ageless Wisdom of Taoism and the Art of Raising Children by Greta K. Nagel | |
Paperback: 304
Pages
(1998-11-01)
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45. The Sacred Books of the East: Volume 39. The Sacred Books of China. The Texts of Tâoism. Part 1 by Friedrich Max Müller | |
Paperback: 430
Pages
(2000-11-29)
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46. The Religions of China: Confucianism and Taoism Described and Compared With Christianity [1880 ] by James Legge | |
Paperback: 334
Pages
(2009-09-22)
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47. An Introduction To The Philosophy And Religion Of Taoism: Pathways To Immortality by Jeaneane Fowler | |
Paperback: 342
Pages
(2005-10-19)
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Excellent book for an introduction to Taoism
Fowler |
48. The Dragon, Image, and Demon: Or, the Three Religions of China; Confucianism, Buddhism and Taoism, Giving an Account of the Mythology, Idolatry, and Demonolatry of the Chinese by Hampden C. DuBose | |
Paperback: 470
Pages
(2010-03-07)
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49. Confucianism and Taoism (Audio Classics) by Julia Ching | |
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(2006-09-15)
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Editorial Review Product Description The Religion, Scriptures, and Spirituality series describes the beliefs, religious practices, and the spiritual and moral commitments of the world’s great religious traditions. It also describes a religion’s way of understanding scripture, identifies its outstanding thinkers, and discusses its attitude and relationship to society. |
50. The dragon, image, and demon: or, The three religions of China; Confucianism, Buddhism and Taoism, giving an account of the mythology, idolatry, and demonolatry of the Chinese by Hampden C DuBose | |
Paperback: 476
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(2010-08-10)
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51. Western Seeker, Eastern Paths: Exploring Buddhism, Hinduism, Taoism & Tantra by David Pond | |
Paperback: 240
Pages
(2003-01-08)
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Editorial Review Product Description The Eastern paths embrace the subtle realms of consciousness beyond the rational mind. You will learn techniques for gaining a peaceful mind, to access the inspiration that comes from following spirit, and to experience the depth of meaning by listening to the needs of the soul. Selling Features: Presents the core beliefs and practices of four major Eastern traditions for the Western spiritual seeker Surveys Buddhism, Hinduism, Taoism, and Tantra Includes meditations and other practices the Western spiritual seeker can incorporate into his or her own spiritual practice Makes comparative religions accessible to a wide audience Customer Reviews (5)
perfect for the westerner.
GREAT BOOK! Recommended
Wealth of Wisdom The book provides excellent practices, meditations and techniques for applying the Eastern mystical teachings in the individual's life. These practices will help the reader to maintain a peaceful disposition, to harness the creative inspiration within and to enjoy greater depths of meaning by paying attention to the needs of the soul. The core beliefs and practices of the four great Eastern traditions are made accessible whilst their techniques and practices are presented in a way that makes it easy to incorporate into the life of the Western spiritual seeker. The book contains illustrations and concludes with a thorough index.
Western Seeker Eastern Path
Great introduction to Eastern philosophies |
52. Taoism and Chinese Religion by Henri Maspero | |
Hardcover: 578
Pages
(1981-11)
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A Rare Treasure |
53. The Encyclopedia of Eastern Philosophy and Religion: Buddhism, Hinduism, Taoism, Zen by Ingrid Fischer-Schreiber, Franz-Karl Ehrhard, Kurt Friedrichs, Michael S Diener | |
Hardcover: 468
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(1999)
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54. Studies in Medieval Taoism and the Poetry of Li Po (Variorum Collected Studies Series) by Paul W. Kroll | |
Hardcover: 374
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(2009-07-01)
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55. Confucianism and Taoism by B.S. Bonsall | |
Hardcover: 136
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(2008-11-04)
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56. The Emergence of Daoism: Creation of Tradition (Routledge Studies in Taoism) by Gil Raz | |
Hardcover: 240
Pages
(2011-03-15)
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Editorial Review Product Description At the core of Daoism are ancient ideas concerning the Way, the fundamental process of existence (the Dao). Humans, as individuals and as a society, should be aligned with the Dao in order to attain the fullness of life and its potential. This book presents the history of early Daoism, tracing the development of the tradition between the first and the fifth centuries CE. This was an era of political instability and social turmoil in China but it was also a period of cultural efflorescence, which saw the appearance of new forms of literature and the integration of Buddhism in Chinese society and culture. Several Daoist movements emerged during this period, the best known being the Celestial Masters in the second century. Other relatively well-known lineages include the Upper Clarity and the Numinous Treasure lineages that appeared in the fourth century. The labels applied to these lineages refer to either textual or ritual categories and are very difficult to determine socially, and they obscure the social reality of early medieval China. The author argues that these lineages should be understood not as schools but as narrowly defined associations of masters and disciples, and he describes these diverse social groupings as "communities of practice." Shedding new light on a complex and multifaceted phenomenon, the formation of Daoism as a new religion in early medieval China, this book presents a major step forward in Daoist Studies. |
57. The Sacred Books of the East: Volume 40. The Sacred Books of China. The Texts of Tâoism. Part 2 by Friedrich Max Müller | |
Paperback: 358
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(2001-02-21)
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58. Teilhard Taoism and Western Thought (Teilhard Studies) by Allerd Stikker | |
Paperback: 19
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(1986-06)
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59. Understanding Taoism by Jennifer Oldstone-Moore | |
Paperback: 112
Pages
(2003-07-04)
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60. Principles of Taoism by Paul Wildish | |
Paperback: 160
Pages
(2000-11-01)
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Excellent overview of Taoism
starts very well but becomes clearly sectarian But then, when he gets to internal alchemy, he suddenly shifts into an obviously sectarian point-of-view with several fanatical opinions that he starts passing off as some sort of ultimate truth.For example, he basically says anyone, even a chinese, who is in the west operating under the title "taoist master" is by definition a fraud.That one would have to go to the far east and spend many years looking for a real master among the lonely mountain crags, blah, blah, blah.In other words, this holy practice isn't for the likes of you and me, brother and sister.I read later that this guys is some kind of initiate into a particular taoist sect. I can think of two people from the east who are operating as taoist masters in the west: Master Ni Hua Ching and Mantak Chia (both of whom offer books through amazon) and are very well respected. My question is: through what omniscience does mr. Wildish claim to know about every master living in the west?Is he saying if he and his friends don't personally know the man or woman, they must be no good?This is ridiculous. That mars the book seriously.If you are trying to write as a scholar you should also adopt the rules of scholarship and stick to what you can know and leave the sectarian baloney to other people. Still, if you can put up with that sort of thing, it's worth reading.
Pretty good for such a small book... The book combines a useful blend of history and philosophy to convey the general ideas behind Taoism.There are also some short sections on external and internal alchemy including some very basic information on Qigong. This is far superior to "Simple Taoism" and would be a good starting point for someone who is curious about Taoism.The next step would be Wong's work and perhaps Schipper's "The Taoist Body". Grigg's "The Tao of Zen" has some great historical work as well.
Mr. Wildish tried to give a decent introduction to Taoism. Page VII: The Author states "Taoism predates christianity by 400-500 years. Taoism goes back more than 5,000 years. Predating both Judaism, and the offshoot religion "christianity". Page 4: "The legendary Yellow Emperor is regarded as a founding father of Chinese civilization, and is said to have lived between 2697 and 2597 BCE." These dates are in error (about 200 years before the birth of the Yellow Emperor) The Yellow Emperors treatise on internal medicine was allegedly written in 2445 BCE. Page 17: Mr. Wildish misnames one of the three treasures as Ching. The three treasures are Jing, Ch'i, and Shen. Page 98: Mr. Wildish misnames the Conception, and Governing Qi vessels as the Directing and Tu meridians. Qi Vessels and meridians are NOT the same. If you want to study Taoism; please see my Taoism listmania list, or even better; buy a copy of "The Shambhalla Guide To Taoism" by Eva Wong; Two Bears. Wah doh Ogedoda (We give thanks Great Spirit) ... Read more |
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