Audiobooks by Lao Tzu

The Sayings of Lao-Tzu: An accessible narrative prose translation of the Dao De Jing

A prose translation of the Tao that focuses on bringing out the subtlety and depth of the classic Way. Translations of the famous Way and Virtue (Dao De Jing/Tao Te Ching) focus on the poetics and depth of the original. In contrast, Giles’ translation focuses on telling stories with the text, drawing out the nuances in a way that is more familiar to Western audiences from philosophical and religious texts. “Few can help being struck by the similarity of tone between the sayings of Lao Tzu and the Gospel enunciated six centuries later by the Prince of Peace. There are two famous utterances in particular which secure to Lao Tzu the glory of having anticipated the lofty morality of the Sermon on the Mount. The cavilers who would rank the Golden Rule of Confucius below that of Christ will find it hard to get over the fact that Lao Tzu said, 'Requite injury with kindness,' and 'To the not-good I would be good in order to make them good.' It was a hundred and fifty years later that Plato reached the same conclusion in the first book of the Republic. It is interesting to observe certain points of contact between Lao Tzu and the early Greek philosophers. He may be compared both with Parmenides, who disparaged sense-knowledge and taught the existence of the One as opposed to the Many, and with Heraclitus, whose theory of the identity of contraries recalls some of our Sage's paradoxes. But it is when we come to Plato that the most striking parallels occur. It has not escaped notice that something like the Platonic doctrine of ideas is discoverable in the 'forms' which Lao Tzu conceives as residing in Tao. But, so far as I know, no one has yet pointed out what a close likeness Tao itself bears to that curious abstraction which Plato calls the Idea of the Good.”

Lao Tzu, Lionel Giles (translator) (Author), Chirag Patel (Narrator)

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50+ Self-Help Classics Collection: Napoleon Hill James Allen Kahlil Gibran Sun Tzu Lao Tzu Confucius

Contents: Napoleon Hill. Think and Grow Rich (The text is reproduced from the original publications of 1937) George Samuel Clason. The Richest Man In Babylon (The text is reproduced from the original publications of 1920-1924) James Allen. As A Man Thinketh James Allen. Out from the Heart Kahlil Gibran. The Prophet Sun Tzu. The Art of War Lao Tzu. The Tao Te Ching Confucius. Analects Benjamin Franklin. The Way to Wealth Benjamin Franklin. The Autobiography Marcus Aurelius Antoninus. The Meditations Of The Emperor Russell H. Conwell Every Man His Own University Ralph Waldo Emerson. Self-reliance Florence Scovel Shinn. The Game of Life and How To Play It Charles F. Haanel. The Master Key System W. D. Wattles. The Science Of Getting Rich Wallace D. Wattles. How To Get What You Want Wallace D. Wattles. The Science Of Being Well Wallace D. Wattles. The Science of Being Great Orison Swett Marden. An Iron Will Orison Swett Marden. He Can Who Thinks He Can Russell H. Conwell. Acres of Diamonds William Walker Atkinson. Thought Vibration: or the Law of Attraction in the Thought World P. T. Barnum. Art of Money Getting Or, Golden Rules for Making Money G.K. Chesterton. Orthodoxy Leo Tolstoy. A Confession

Benjamin Franklin, Charles F. Haanel, Confucius, Florence Scovel Shinn, G.K. Chesterton, George Samuel Clason, James Allen, Khalil Gibran, Lao Tzu, Leo Tolstoy, Marcus Aurelius Antoninus, Napoleon Hill, Orison Swett Marden, P. T. Barnum, Ralph Waldo Emerson, Russell H. Conwell, Sun Tzu, Wallace D. Wattles, William Walker Atkinson (Author), Alfred Costa, David J Miles, Joe Phoenix, Kenneth Elliot, Mark Bowen, Michael Goodrick, Peter Coates, Rick Walz, Simon Jackson, Stacey Patterson, Trevor O'Hare (Narrator)

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25+ Self-Help Classics Collection: Napoleon Hill James Allen Kahlil Gibran Sun Tzu Lao Tzu Confucius

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20+ Self-Help Classics Collection: Napoleon Hill James Allen Kahlil Gibran Sun Tzu Lao Tzu Confucius

20 Self-Help Classics Collection: classic books on how to successfully make money and influence relationships. This collection of titles encapsulates the greatest writings of all time on how to grow in wealth and prosperity. Featuring: Napoleon Hill. Think and Grow Rich (illustrated) James Allen. As A Man Thinketh James Allen. Out from the Heart Kahlil Gibran. The Prophet Sun Tzu. The Art of War Lao Tzu. Tao Te Ching Confucius. Analects Benjamin Franklin. The Way to Wealth Benjamin Franklin. The Autobiography Marcus Aurelius Antoninus. The Meditations Of The Emperor Russell H. Conwell Every Man His Own University Ralph Waldo Emerson. Self-reliance Florence Scovel Shinn. The Game of Life and How To Play It Charles F. Haanel. The Master Key System W. D. Wattles. The Science Of Getting Rich Wallace D. Wattles. How To Get What You Want Wallace D. Wattles. The Science Of Being Well Wallace D. Wattles. The Science of Being Great Orison Swett Marden. An Iron Will Orison Swett Marden. He Can Who Thinks He Can Russell H. Conwell. Acres of Diamonds

Benjamin Franklin, Charles F. Haanel, Confucius, Florence Scovel Shinn, James Allen, Khalil Gibran, Lao Tzu, Marcus Aurelius Antoninus, Napoleon Hill, Orison Swett Marden, Ralph Waldo Emerson, Russell H. Conwell, Sun Tzu, Wallace D. Wattles (Author), Alfred Costa, David J Miles, Joe Phoenix, Kenneth Elliot, Mark Bowen, Michael Goodrick, Peter Coates, Rick Walz, Simon Jackson, Stacey Patterson, Trevor O'Hare (Narrator)

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Tao Te Ching & Siddhartha

The philosophies of the East are both complex and enlightening. Their views on human nature, society, and morality have shaped the world for thousands of years. Now, we get a chance to delve deep into the primary texts which are held close to the hearts of millions. In this bundle, you’ll discover the Tao Te Ching, the world-renowned work first written in ancient China, along with the classic Siddhartha, a powerful and spiritually enlightening novel which tells the story of the Buddha. Both these texts have stood the test of time, and paved the way for philosophies which continue to have impact across the ages. From the life of the Buddha and his belief in Samsara and Nirvana, to the secrets of the Tao, this book is a must-listen for anyone interested in spiritual and philosophical enlightenment.

Herman Hesse, Lao Tzu (Author), John York (Narrator)

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Tao Te Ching

Embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery with 'Tao Te Ching' by Lao Tzu, available now as an enriching audiobook experience. This timeless classic offers profound insights into the nature of existence, human behavior, and the path to inner peace. Narrated with clarity and reverence, this audiobook invites listeners to explore the essence of Taoism, guiding them through verses that reveal the harmony of opposites, the power of simplicity, and the wisdom of living in accordance with the Tao, or the Way. Whether you're seeking guidance on leadership, personal growth, or spiritual fulfillment, 'Tao Te Ching' offers invaluable lessons that resonate across cultures and generations. Perfect for moments of reflection, meditation, or simply unwinding, this audiobook provides a serene oasis in the hustle and bustle of modern life. Don't miss the opportunity to immerse yourself in the profound wisdom of Lao Tzu. Start listening to 'Tao Te Ching' today and embark on a journey of enlightenment and self-discovery.

Lao Tzu (Author), Arthur Grey (Narrator)

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50+ Classic collection. Political science: The Art of War, The Republic, The Athenian Constitution,

Political science is the scientific study of politics. It is a social science dealing with systems of governance and power, and the analysis of political activities, political thought, political behavior, and associated constitutions and laws. Contents: Sun Tzu. The Art of War Lao Tzu. Tao Te Ching Plato. The Republic Aristotle. The Athenian Constitution Marcus Aurelius. Meditations Niccolo Machiavelli. The Prince Thomas More. Utopia Tommaso Campanella. The City of the Sun Francis Bacon. The New Atlantis Thomas Paine. Common Sense Richard Henry Lee. Lee Resolution Thomas Jefferson. Declaration of Independence James Madison. - Virginia Plan - Constitution of the United States - Bill of Rights - Northwest Ordinance George Washington. President George Washington's First Inaugural Speech Great Historical Documents of the United States: - Federal Judiciary Act - Marbury v. Madison - Articles of Confederation - Treaty of Alliance with France - Treaty of Paris John Stuart Mil. Utilitarianism Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels. The Communist Manifesto Vladimir Lenin: - The State and Revolution - The Three Sources and Three Component Parts of Marxism - Vladimir Lenin To the Citizens of Russia! - Vladimir Lenin To Workers, Soldiers, and Peasants! - Report on Peace - Report on Land - Decree on Abolishment of Capital Punishment - Decree on Transfer of Power to the Soviets - Decree on Establishment of the Workers' and Peasants' Government - Decree on Elections for the Constituent Assembly - Decree on Suppression of Hostile Newspapers - Decree on Transfer of Food Control to Municipalities - Decree on an Eight-Hour Working Day - Decree on the Right to Issue Laws - Resolution on the Right of Sovnarkom to Issue Decrees - Decree on Social Insurance - Declaration of the Rights of the People of Russia - Decree on Organization of Volost Land Committees - Decree on Transfer of Power and the Means of Production to the Toilers - Decree Proclaiming Advertising a State Monopoly - Decree Abolishing Classes and Civil Ranks - Decree on Workers' Control - Resolution on Relation of the Central Executive Committee to the Sovnarkom - Decree on the Right to Call for Re-Elections - Decree on Establishment of the Extraordinary Commission to Fight Counter-Revolution - V. I. Lenin Note To F. E. Dzerzhinsky with a Draft of A Decree On Fighting Counter-Revolutionaries And Saboteurs Rosa Luxemburg. Reform or Revolution Peter Kropotkin. The Conquest of Bread Emma Goldman. Anarchism: What It Really Stands For Leon Trotsky. Fascism: What It Is and How to Fight It

Emma Goldman, Francis Bacon, John Stuart Mill, Karl Marx, Lao Tzu, Leon Trotsky, Marcus Aurelius, Niccolo Machiavelli, Peter Kropotkin, Plato, Rosa Luxemburg, Sun Tzu, Thomas More, Thomas Paine, Tommaso Campanella, Vladimir Lenin (Author), Alfred Costa, Andrew Roberts, Douglass Scott, Jamey Lewis, Joe Phoenix, Jowanna Lewis, Kenneth Elliot, Mark Bowen, Peter Coates, Richard Williams (Narrator)

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15+ Political Science. Classics Collection: The Art of War, Tao Te Ching, The Republic, Meditations,

What is Political Science? Within human society, it is customary to distinguish between the following spheres: economic, political, social, and spiritual. The political sphere is important in that it involves and determines the interactions of different political powers. This understanding lies at the foundation of any political analysis of public life. Politics as a specific sector within human society is as old as it is modern. Many famous statesmen and scientists are credited as the authors of laws and political systems. In today's global community, facing growing pressures of political extremism and radicalism, knowledge of basic political science principles should help students develop a democratic ethos and foster qualities, such as political tolerance, compromise, and cooperation, while learning to express and defend their interests in a civilized manner. The foundation of political science lies in the accumulated knowledge of mankind. Each included piece o this collection is required reading at some of the best universities on the planet including: Harvard, Princeton, Yale, and Columbia Universities, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), and the Universities of Oxford and Cambridge, among others. Sun Tzu: The Art of War Lao Tzu: Tao Te Ching Plato: The Republic Marcus Aurelius: Meditations Niccolo Machiavelli: The Prince Thomas More: Utopia Tommaso Campanella: The City of the Sun Francis Bacon: The New Atlantis Thomas Paine: Common Sense John Stuart Mill: Utilitarianism Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels: The Communist Manifesto Vladimir Lenin: The State and Revolution Rosa Luxemburg: Reform or Revolution Peter Kropotkin: The Conquest of Bread Emma Goldman: Anarchism: What It Really Stands For Leon Trotsky: Fascism: What It Is and How to Fight It

Emma Goldman, Francis Bacon, Friedrich Engels, John Stuart Mill, Karl Marx, Lao Tzu, Leon Trotsky, Marcus Aurelius, Niccolo Machiavelli, Peter Kropotkin, Plato, Rosa Luxemburg, Sun Tzu, Thomas More, Thomas Paine, Tommaso Campanella, Vladimir Lenin (Author), Alfred Costa, Andrew Roberts, Douglass Scott, Jamey Lewis, Joe Phoenix, Jowanna Lewis, Kenneth Elliot, Mark Bowen, Peter Coates, Richard Williams (Narrator)

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Tao Te Ching

The Tao Te Ching is a Taoist philosophical treatise. Lao Tzu, a great Ancient Chinese philosopher and teacher, is considered to be the author of this book. We owe this book to an unnamed guardian who kept safe the far western borders of a country, Zhou in the fifth century BC. The legend says that exhausted from misunderstanding Teacher with a tired heart went on his last journey – to die in a dessert. The guardian recognized great Lao Tzu, called him by name and, nobody knows how, persuaded the wise man to tell a world about Dao and De. 'When you said Dao, you said nothing', the teacher replied. And you were wrong: five thousand words, that contains this book, have been existing for two and a half thousand years...

Lao Tzu (Author), Alfred Costa (Narrator)

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[Dutch; Flemish] - Tao Te Ching

Ontdek de tijdloze wijsheid van het Oosten in 'Tao Te Ching', het diepgaande meesterwerk van Lao Tzu. Deze filosofische gids, meer dan twee millennia geleden geschreven, blijft een baken van verlichting en overstijgt de grenzen van tijd en cultuur. Op de pagina's van dit transformerende boek nodigt Lao Tzu lezers uit op een diepgaande reis naar zelfontdekking en harmonie met de natuurlijke wereld. De 'Tao', wat 'de Weg' betekent, vat de essentie van het bestaan ??samen en leidt ons om de stroom van het leven te omarmen en balans te vinden in de steeds veranderende stromingen. De poëtische verzen van Lao Tzu, elegant vertaald, ontrafelen de raadselachtige leringen van de Tao en onthullen de diepe eenvoud die schuilgaat onder de complexiteit van het menselijk bestaan. Door zijn tijdloze wijsheid verlicht de 'Tao Te Ching' het pad naar het cultiveren van deugdzaamheid, het omarmen van nederigheid en het bereiken van innerlijke vrede. Dompel jezelf onder in de etherische landschappen van Lao Tzu's diepgaande inzichten en ontdek een filosofie die grenzen overstijgt en resoneert met de diepste uithoeken van je ziel. 'Tao Te Ching' is een uitnodiging om aan een reis van zelfreflectie te beginnen, waar oude wijsheid het moderne leven ontmoet en ons inspireert om in harmonie te leven met de natuurlijke ritmes van het universum.

Lao Tzu (Author), Roel Fooij (Narrator)

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Tao Te Ching - The Tao Teh King (Unabridged)

The Tao Teh King: Tao Te Ching by Lao Tzu Audiobook is a Chinese classic text written around 400 BC and traditionally credited to the sage Laozi, though the text's authorship, date of composition and date of compilation are debated. The oldest excavated portion dates back to the late 4th century BC, but modern scholarship dates other parts of the text as having been written-or at least compiled-later than the earliest portions of the Zhuangzi. The Tao Te Ching, along with the Zhuangzi, is a fundamental text for both philosophical and religious Taoism. It also strongly influenced other schools of Chinese philosophy and religion, including Legalism, Confucianism, and Chinese Buddhism, which was largely interpreted through the use of Taoist words and concepts when it was originally introduced to China. Many artists, including poets, painters, calligraphers, and gardeners, have used the Tao Te Ching as a source of inspiration. Its influence has spread widely out and it is one of the most translated texts in world literature. The Tao Te Ching has a long and complex textual history. Known versions and commentaries date back two millennia, including ancient bamboo, silk, and paper manuscripts discovered in the twentieth century. The Tao Te Ching has been translated into Western languages over 250 times, mostly to English, German, and French. According to Holmes Welch, 'It is a famous puzzle which everyone would like to feel he had solved.' The first English translation of the Tao Te Ching was produced in 1868 by the Scottish Protestant missionary John Chalmers, entitled The Speculations on Metaphysics, Polity, and Morality of the 'Old Philosopher' Lau-tsze. It was heavily indebted to Julien's French translation and dedicated to James Legge, who later produced his own translation for Oxford's Sacred Books of the East.

Lao Tzu (Author), Eric S. Piotrowski (Narrator)

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The Canon of Reason and Virtue: Lao-Tze’s Tao Teh King

This enigmatic scripture is attributed to the mysterious sage Lao Tze, who is believed to have lived in the sixth century BCE. In the present translation by religious scholar Paul Carus, the title is presented as The Canon of Reason and Virtue, and in the body of the text Carus renders the word usually translated as “Tao” as “reason.” This book is an extract from the author’s larger work, Lao-Tze’s Tao Teh King. The latter contained an historical introduction, the Chinese text, a transliteration, explanatory notes and an index, including the Chinese terms. The present text is limited to that portion which would have been of universal interest to the English speaking world, the English translation. Carus noted that the term Tao (word, reason) corresponded quite closely with the Greek term Logos, which is featured in the Gospel of John. Carus also found correspondences with other Christian concepts such as the ethics of requiting hatred with goodness, the return to primitive simplicity and purity, and the power of non-resistance.

Lao Tzu (Author), Denis Daly (Narrator)

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