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1、老子思想介绍 英文 TaoismLaozis Thoughts Currently, the thoughts of Laozi are widely concerned around the world since people realize that the idea it presents can still offer guidance on matters ranging from politics to daily life. People varying in values as well as personalities tend to analyze the thought
2、s from diversified perspectives. In my point of view, I reckon that his thoughts can be best understood following the central point of Tao. First and foremost, the crucial point of Laozis view is Tao, whose concept can be described as the general principle of everything in this universe. Though Tao,
3、 in Laozis own words, is unnameable, it is believed to be the origin of the universe. Yin and yang, the two basic elements in Chinese culture, derive from Tao and become the unity of Tai Chi which eventually produces everything according to the world view of Laozis thoughts. Furthermore, Tao owns se
4、veral qualities and follows certain law that reveals the innate ideas of Laozis thoughts. One of the most prominent characters of Tao might be wu wei, which is actually an intentional life style with self-discipline and certain purpose instead of its literal meaning of inaction. Few desire, suggesti
5、ng one should be content with what they possess already rather than pursue the extravagant life, is another quality of Tao and also a discipline for Taoist. In addition, it is well supported that Tao is a complex of paradox, since the law of Tao asserts that the matter in the universe tends to conve
6、rts to the opposite. Thus it is reasonable to conclude that the thoughts of Laozi possess some paradoxical aspects. To sum up, Tao is unavoidable when studying Laozis thoughts and it is a valid introduction to the thoughts. With an efficient way of studying, I believe the thorough contemplation of Laozis thoughts can benefit individuals while making contribution to the whole society.
