My shelves hold many translated copies of Lao Tzu’s Tao Te Ching, and I return again and again in my studies to its verses. Translated literally as “the classic way of virtue”, these philosophical teachings are simple and thoughtful, yet full of meaning. Each version I read brings new light and insight to life and our experience. For me, the Tao Te Ching contains truths I’ll contemplate for many moons to come, and the moments I set aside for reflection never fail to reveal deeper meaning. I encourage you to pick up a copy.
“With out going out-of-doors, one can know all he needs to know. Without even looking out of his window, one can grasp the nature of everything. Without going beyond his own nature, one can achieve ultimate wisdom. Therefore, the intelligent man knows all he needs to know without going away, And sees all he needs to see without looking elswhere, And does all he needs to do without undue exertion.” ~ Lao Tzu