Liezi ( c.450-375BC), Laozi and Zhuangzi are the 3 pillars of philosophical Daoism.
A lesser known philosopher among the trio, we have seen few translations of his work.
The Liezi text of 139 short amusing stories in 8 chapters, are contemplative on life and death.
Tales, Kuafu Chased Sun and Yukong Moved Mountains are often taught in primary school.
Liezi favors enjoying life, fear not death; rejects transcendentals like "riding on wind".
His stories are vivid, full of marvels, often humorous, and reflective of our Delusions.
Liezi: World of Delusions includes: The full 8 chapters in Chinese Text and English Translation.
Ch.1 Heavenly Signs (); Ch.2 Huangdi (); Ch.3 King Mu of Zhou ()
Ch.4 Zhongni (Confucius, ); Ch.5 Tang's Queries (); Ch.6 Effort or Destiny ()
Ch.7 Yangzhu (); Ch.8 Charming Talks ()
Discussions on17 topical analyses; Conclusions on All Lives Matters; Effort or Destiny; Enjoy life,
Government for the People; Know your Delusions; Minds, Dreams and Emotions; Natural Daoism
Queries and Curiosity; Reject Transcendence; Selfless Duties; Strive for Excellence.
Liezi ( c.450-375BC), Laozi and Zhuangzi are the 3 pillars of philosophical Daoism.
A lesser known philosopher among the trio, we have seen few translations of his work.
The Liezi text of 139 short amusing stories in 8 chapters, are contemplative on life and death.
Tales, Kuafu Chased Sun and Yukong Moved Mountains are often taught in primary school.
Liezi favors enjoying life, fear not death; rejects transcendentals like "riding on wind".
His stories are vivid, full of marvels, often humorous, and reflective of our Delusions.
Liezi: World of Delusions includes: The full 8 chapters in Chinese Text and English Translation.
Ch.1 Heavenly Signs (); Ch.2 Huangdi (); Ch.3 King Mu of Zhou ()
Ch.4 Zhongni (Confucius, ); Ch.5 Tang's Queries (); Ch.6 Effort or Destiny ()
Ch.7 Yangzhu (); Ch.8 Charming Talks ()
Discussions on17 topical analyses; Conclusions on All Lives Matters; Effort or Destiny; Enjoy life,
Government for the People; Know your Delusions; Minds, Dreams and Emotions; Natural Daoism
Queries and Curiosity; Reject Transcendence; Selfless Duties; Strive for Excellence.
Liezi: World of Delusions: A complete translation and analysis of Liezi (列子)
352
Liezi: World of Delusions: A complete translation and analysis of Liezi (列子)
352Paperback(- ed.)
Product Details
| ISBN-13: | 9789811485725 |
|---|---|
| Publisher: | Jingwei Publishing |
| Publication date: | 02/15/2021 |
| Series: | - |
| Edition description: | - ed. |
| Pages: | 352 |
| Product dimensions: | 6.14(w) x 9.21(h) x 0.79(d) |