Timothy H. Baett, Tao, To Know and Not Be Knowing. San Fancisco: Chonicle Books. ISBN 0-8118-0420-8.

 

by Simha H, '09

The ancient Chinese scripture known as the Tao Te Ching which has been passed down to our generation through the exchanged many hands has recently been awarded to mine. This concise book called Tao To Know and Not Be Knowing is a perfect summary of this ancient philosophy. Already in its title alone the reader gains some insight into the complex and intricate moral lessons the Tao holds. These lessons can be used everyday and in any situation. This short overview will help the reader scrape the surface of some of the Tao's deep messages that are meant to target internal and external stability. I'm certain that anyone who reads this will get as much out of it as I did and will want to continue their gathering of such incredible writings.
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