Lao Tzu, also known as Laozi, was a philosopher in ancient China, who lived in the 6th century BC. However, there are historians who say that he is a mythical figure, or a synthesis of multiple historical figures. The stories say that he never created a formal school. However, he attracted a large number of students and loyal disciples.
According to the legend, Lao Tzu was the keeper of the archives at the imperial court, which gave him the opportunity to study the archive books and gain a great deal of knowledge. During his life, Lao Tzu got
known for his wisdom, and it is said that even the famous Chinese philosopher, Confucius, heard about Lao Tzu, and came to visit him.However, recent scholars place him about two centuries later. Lao Tzu believed that the human life, like everything else in the universe, is influenced by outside forces. He believed "simplicity" to be the key to truth and freedom, encouraging people to observe, and seek to understand the laws of nature. He also preached for building up personal power, and using it for leading life with love, without force.
It is said that Lao Tzu is the founder of the Chinese spiritual tradition, Taoism, mainly because of his text called Tao Te Ching (Tao: the way of all life, Te: the fit use of life by men, Ching: text or classic).
The Tao Te Ching is somewhat like the Bible: it gives instructions (at times vague and generally open to multiple interpretations) on how to live a good life. It discusses the “Dao,” or the “way” of the world, which is also the path to virtue, happiness, and harmony. This “way” isn’t inherently confusing or difficult.
Be careful what you water your dreams with. Water them with worry and fear and you will produce weeds that choke the life from your dream. Water them with optimism and solutions and you will cultivate success.
Life is a series of natural and spontaneous changes. Don't resist them, that only creates sorrow.Lao
The flame that burns Twice as bright burns half as long.
My teachings are easy to understand and easy to put into practice. Yet your intellect will never grasp them, and if you try to practice them,you'll fail. My teachings are older than the world. How can you grasp their meaning? If you want to know me,Look inside your heart.Lao Tzu
Lao Tzu, also known as Laozi, was a philosopher in ancient China, who lived in the 6th century BC. However, there are historians who say that he is a mythical figure, or a synthesis of multiple historical figures. The stories say that he never created a formal school. However, he attracted a large number of students and loyal disciples.
According to the legend, Lao Tzu was the keeper of the archives at the imperial court, which gave him the opportunity to study the archive books and gain a great deal of knowledge. During his life, Lao Tzu got
known for his wisdom, and it is said that even the famous Chinese philosopher, Confucius, heard about Lao Tzu, and came to visit him.However, recent scholars place him about two centuries later. Lao Tzu believed that the human life, like everything else in the universe, is influenced by outside forces. He believed "simplicity" to be the key to truth and freedom, encouraging people to observe, and seek to understand the laws of nature. He also preached for building up personal power, and using it for leading life with love, without force.
It is said that Lao Tzu is the founder of the Chinese spiritual tradition, Taoism, mainly because of his text called Tao Te Ching (Tao: the way of all life, Te: the fit use of life by men, Ching: text or classic).
The Tao Te Ching is somewhat like the Bible: it gives instructions (at times vague and generally open to multiple interpretations) on how to live a good life. It discusses the “Dao,” or the “way” of the world, which is also the path to virtue, happiness, and harmony. This “way” isn’t inherently confusing or difficult.
Be careful what you water your dreams with. Water them with worry and fear and you will produce weeds that choke the life from your dream. Water them with optimism and solutions and you will cultivate success.
Life is a series of natural and spontaneous changes. Don't resist them, that only creates sorrow.Lao
The flame that burns Twice as bright burns half as long.
My teachings are easy to understand and easy to put into practice. Yet your intellect will never grasp them, and if you try to practice them,you'll fail. My teachings are older than the world. How can you grasp their meaning? If you want to know me,Look inside your heart.Lao Tzu
