The way of the world : readings in Chinese philosophy / translated and edited by Thomas Cleary.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Cleary, Thomas F., 1949-2021.

Language:

Chinese

English

Subjects (All):

Taoist philosophy.

Physical Description:

120 pages ; 23 cm

Edition:

First edition.

Other Title:

Readings in Chinese philosophy

Place of Publication:

Boston : Shambhala, 2009.

Summary:

The Dynamic Relationship between the individual and society has been a central concern of Taoism from its ancient beginnings-which is perhaps why certain Taoist classics, like Sun Tzu's Art of War, are so often consulted these days for leadership advice. This anthology presents a wide range of texts revealing the processes of integrating personal spirituality with social responsibility central to Taoist tradition across the centuries and throughout the schools. There are a wealth of approaches to life in the world presented here, but at the heart of each is an understanding that even a mystic must be socially responsible and that self-cultivation is primary preparation for anyone called to lead.

Contents:

Inner work / from Guanzi

Mental arts I / from Guanzi

Mental arts II / from Guanzi

Purifying the mind / from Guanzi

Interpreting Lao / Han Fei

Taking lessons from Lao / Han Fei

The fisherman and the woodcutter / Shao Yong

The man of Deer Gate: a letter from retirement / Pi Rixiu

Huang Shi's silk text / Zhang Shangying

Wenshi's classic on reality / Officer Xi.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references.

ISBN:

9781590307380

1590307380

OCLC:

315239903