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The Speculations On Metaphysics, Polity, And Morality Of The Old Philosophe, Lau-Tsze (1868)

The Speculations On Metaphysics, Polity, And Morality Of The Old Philosophe, Lau-Tsze (1868)

Lao-Tsze
Chalmers, John

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Fiction AnthologiesChinese HistoryTaoism

ISBN10: 1104665816
ISBN13: 9781104665814
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jun 13 2009
Pages: 82
Weight: 0.27
Height: 0.17 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Speculations On Metaphysics, Polity, And Morality Of The Old Philosophe, Lau-Tsze (1868) is a book that delves into the philosophical and moral teachings of the ancient Chinese philosopher Lao-Tzu. The book explores Lao-Tzu's ideas on the nature of reality, the role of government, and the principles of ethical behavior.The author of the book, who is not named, provides a detailed analysis of Lao-Tzu's teachings, drawing on a variety of sources including ancient Chinese texts and other philosophical works. The book is divided into three sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Lao-Tzu's philosophy.The first section of the book discusses Lao-Tzu's metaphysical ideas, including his views on the nature of the universe and the concept of the Tao. The author explores Lao-Tzu's belief that the universe is governed by a natural order, and that human beings should strive to live in harmony with this order.The second section of the book focuses on Lao-Tzu's political philosophy. The author examines Lao-Tzu's ideas on the role of government, arguing that Lao-Tzu believed that the best form of government was one that governed least. The author also explores Lao-Tzu's views on the nature of power and authority, and his belief that leaders should lead by example rather than through force.The final section of the book discusses Lao-Tzu's moral teachings. The author explores Lao-Tzu's ideas on the nature of good and evil, and his belief that individuals should strive to cultivate virtues such as humility, compassion, and simplicity.Overall, The Speculations On Metaphysics, Polity, And Morality Of The Old Philosophe, Lau-Tsze (1868) provides a comprehensive and insightful analysis of Lao-Tzu's philosophy, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in Eastern philosophy or the history of ideas.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.

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