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100	1		_aXing, Jian
245	1	0	_a文子
246	1		_aWenzi
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2007
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2007-12-14
508			_aProduced by Yi-Shin Lu
520			_a"文子" by Jian Xing is a philosophical text written in ancient times, likely during the period of classical Chinese thought. The work explores the concepts of the Dao (the Way) and De (virtue), presenting a dialogue primarily attributed to Laozi, touching on themes of naturalness, governance, and the balance between yin and yang. The text serves as a foundational piece for understanding Daoist philosophy and its implications for personal conduct and statecraft. The opening of this work introduces the notion that everything in existence is interconnected through the Dao, characterized as formless and yet the source of all creation. Laozi emphasizes the importance of adhering to natural laws and suggests that true wisdom lies in understanding and aligning with this fundamental principle. The text discusses the virtues of simplicity, humility, and the idea of "wu wei" (non-action or effortless action), asserting that those who follow the Dao achieve harmony in both personal life and governance. It sets a contemplative tone, inviting readers to reflect on the implications of these teachings in their own lives. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aTaoism
700	1		_aLu, Yi-Shin
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/23854
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