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Zhuangzi: Classic New Translation
"Zhuangzi" is a timeless masterpiece of Chinese philosophy and literature. At its core, it invites us to journey through the realms of thought, pushing the boundaries of our understanding of reality, existence, and the self.
Attributed to the ancient Daoist sage Zhuangzi, this text transcends the confines of time and culture. It challenges us to reconsider our perceptions and beliefs, urging us to embrace the fluidity of existence and the harmony of the Dao – the way of nature.
Within these pages, readers will encounter allegorical tales and parables that provoke contemplation, offering insights into the enigmatic nature of the universe and the elusive pursuit of the Dao. Zhuangzi's wit and wisdom resonate across centuries, encouraging us to question, adapt, and find our own path amidst the complexities of life.
As we embark on this literary voyage, let us open our hearts and minds to the profound wisdom of "Zhuangzi." May it inspire us to harmonize with the Dao, to find liberation through paradox, and to discover the boundless possibilities that lie beyond the confines of conventional thinking.
Attributed to the ancient Daoist sage Zhuangzi, this text transcends the confines of time and culture. It challenges us to reconsider our perceptions and beliefs, urging us to embrace the fluidity of existence and the harmony of the Dao – the way of nature.
Within these pages, readers will encounter allegorical tales and parables that provoke contemplation, offering insights into the enigmatic nature of the universe and the elusive pursuit of the Dao. Zhuangzi's wit and wisdom resonate across centuries, encouraging us to question, adapt, and find our own path amidst the complexities of life.
As we embark on this literary voyage, let us open our hearts and minds to the profound wisdom of "Zhuangzi." May it inspire us to harmonize with the Dao, to find liberation through paradox, and to discover the boundless possibilities that lie beyond the confines of conventional thinking.
282 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 11, 2023
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Zhuangzi
161 books473 followers庄子 or 莊子 Zhūangzi (c. 369 BC - c. 286 BC).
Zhuangzi, or “Master Zhuang” (also known in the Wade-Giles romanization as Chuang-tzu) was, after Laozi, one of the earliest thinkers to contribute to the philosophy that has come to be known as Daojia, or school of the Way. According to traditional dating, he was an almost exact contemporary of the Confucian thinker Mencius, but there appears to have been little to no communication between them. He is ranked among the greatest of literary and philosophical giants that China has produced. His style is complex—mythical, poetic, narrative, humorous, indirect, and polysemic.
Zhuangzi, or “Master Zhuang” (also known in the Wade-Giles romanization as Chuang-tzu) was, after Laozi, one of the earliest thinkers to contribute to the philosophy that has come to be known as Daojia, or school of the Way. According to traditional dating, he was an almost exact contemporary of the Confucian thinker Mencius, but there appears to have been little to no communication between them. He is ranked among the greatest of literary and philosophical giants that China has produced. His style is complex—mythical, poetic, narrative, humorous, indirect, and polysemic.
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