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“Don't think you can attain total awareness and whole enlightenment without proper discipline and practice. This is egomania. Appropriate rituals channel your emotions and life energy toward the light. Without the discipline to practice them, you will tumble constantly backward into darkness.”

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Hua Hu Ching: Teachings of Lao Tzu

The Hua Hu Ching is a compilation of ancient texts that are believed to contain the wisdom of Lao Tzu, the founder of Taoism. It delves into the philosophical underpinnings of Taoism, emphasizing the importance of living in accordance with the Tao, or 'the Way,' which is the natural order of the universe. The teachings encourage readers to seek balance and simplicity in life, and to understand the interconnectedness of all things. more

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Laozi
Laozi

Laozi, also known as Lao Dan, was a renowned ancient Chinese philosopher and the founder of the Taoist school of thought. His birth and death dates are approximately 604 BC to 531 BC. Laozi advocated for顺应自然 (yielding to nature) and the principle of non-action (wu wei), which had a profound impact on Chinese philosophy, culture, and politics. more

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