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Zhuangzi
Book • 476
The Zhuangzi is a compilation of writings attributed to Zhuang Zhou and his followers.
It consists of 33 chapters, divided into 'Inner Chapters' (chapters 1-7), 'Outer Chapters' (chapters 8-22), and 'Miscellaneous Chapters' (chapters 23-33).
The text advocates for embracing spontaneity, accepting the natural order of the universe (the Dao), and living a life free from the constraints of societal norms and conventions.
It uses parables, anecdotes, and humorous stories to illustrate the arbitrariness of human distinctions and the importance of living in harmony with nature.
It consists of 33 chapters, divided into 'Inner Chapters' (chapters 1-7), 'Outer Chapters' (chapters 8-22), and 'Miscellaneous Chapters' (chapters 23-33).
The text advocates for embracing spontaneity, accepting the natural order of the universe (the Dao), and living a life free from the constraints of societal norms and conventions.
It uses parables, anecdotes, and humorous stories to illustrate the arbitrariness of human distinctions and the importance of living in harmony with nature.
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Mentioned by Edward Slingerland as an early Taoist text, comparing the Daoist sage to a drunken person.
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160 | Edward Slingerland on Confucianism, Daoism, and Wu Wei
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Justin Tiwald when discussing the Neo-Confucian philosopher Zhu Xi and his views on the unity of virtues.
Justin Tiwald when discussing the Neo-Confucian philosopher Zhu Xi and his views on the unity of virtues.
Episode 19: Zhu Xi on the Unity of the Virtues
Referred to by Steve Kaufmann in relation to Taoist philosophy and its impact on his approach to language learning.
4 mindset pillars for language learners
Mentioned by Jason Gregory and Gayoung Gregory in relation to Taoist philosophy and the concept of intuition.
#109: Taoism's UNCONVENTIONAL Advice on Doing Nothing
Mentioned by Jack Purdy when discussing a book that helped him realize that work is not meant to fill all aspects of life.
Does the dream job exist? [Jack Purdy]
