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100 1 _aAnonymous
245 1 0 _aStudy of Inner Cultivation
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2012
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2012-01-15
520 _a"Study of Inner Cultivation" by Anonymous is an ancient philosophical text that is part of the "Guanzi," a compilation of various writings likely produced around 350-300 BC. It is considered a significant work in the realm of Daoism and addresses the concept of developing one's inner self. The text discusses the cultivation of spiritual forces and emphasizes the importance of aligning the heart and mind to achieve a deeper understanding and connection with life. The content of the book revolves around the practice of inner cultivation, exploring themes such as the nature of Dao, De, Qi, and essence. It discusses how these elements can be cultivated through meditation and self-regulation, guiding the reader toward achieving harmony and clarity within themselves. The text outlines methods for calming the heart/mind, emphasizing the significance of overcoming disturbances such as love, anger, and desire for profit, which are viewed as barriers to achieving a true and complete sense of self. Ultimately, it serves as a manual for achieving personal peace and understanding through the cultivation of one's inner nature. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aTaoism
700 1 _aLinnell, Bruce R.
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/38585
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