Teachings of the Tao - (Paperback)

Name: Teachings of the Tao - (Paperback)
Brand: Shambhala
SKU: 1007637124
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The readings in this book are a beginner's entree into the vast treasury of writings from the sacred Chinese tradition, consisting of original translations of excerpts from the Taoist canon.
About the Author: Eva Wong is an independent scholar and a practitioner of the Taoist arts of the Pre-Celestial Way and Complete Reality lineages.
160 Pages
Philosophy, Taoist

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About the Book

A beginner's entree into the writings from the sacred Chinese tradition, this book consists of original translations of excerpts from the Taoist canon. Brief introductions and notes on the translation accompany the selections from the classics; books of devotional and mystical Taoism; texts of internal alchemy; stories of Taoist immortals, magicians, and sorcerers; ethical tracts; chants and rituals; and teachings on meditation and methods of longevity. 10 line drawings.

Book Synopsis

The readings in this book are a beginner's entree into the vast treasury of writings from the sacred Chinese tradition, consisting of original translations of excerpts from the Taoist canon. Brief introductions and notes on the translation accompany the selections from the classics; books of devotional and mystical Taoism; texts of internal alchemy; stories of Taoist immortals, magicians, sorcerers; ethical tracts; chants and rituals; and teachings on meditation and methods of longevity.

About the Author

Eva Wong is an independent scholar and a practitioner of the Taoist arts of the Pre-Celestial Way and Complete Reality lineages. She has written and translated many books on Taoism and related topics, including A Master Course in Feng-Shui; Tales of the Taoist Immortals; and Taoism: An Essential Guide.

Dimensions (Overall): 7.44 Inches (H) x 5.68 Inches (W) x .41 Inches (D)

Weight: .41 Pounds

Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up

Number of Pages: 160

Genre: Philosophy

Sub-Genre: Taoist

Publisher: Shambhala

Format: Paperback

Language: English

Street Date: December 17, 1996

TCIN: 1007637124

UPC: 9781570622458

Item Number (DPCI): 247-04-3246

Origin: Made in the USA or Imported

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