Tao-Teh King Or Book Of The Virtues Of The Tao

The Tao-Teh King Or Book Of The Virtues Of The Tao is a book translated by Charles F. Horne. It is a collection of 81 verses that outline the principles of Taoism, an ancient Chinese philosophy. The book is divided into two sections: the Tao section and the Teh section. The Tao section discusses the nature of the Tao, which is the underlying force that governs the universe. It emphasizes the importance of living in harmony with the Tao, and the benefits of doing so. The Teh section discusses the virtues that are associated with living in accordance with the Tao. These virtues include humility, compassion, and simplicity. The book is considered a foundational text of Taoism and has been influential in shaping Chinese culture and philosophy. This edition includes an introduction by the translator, as well as notes and commentary to aid in understanding the text.THIS 70 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Sacred Books and Early Literature of the East: Medieval China, by Charles F. Horne. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 076610009X.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.