Mar 4 • General discussion
A New Series: Exploring the Foundations of the Daodejing (Tao Te Ching)
The Daodejing (Tao Te Ching) is one of the most influential and mysterious books ever written. For over 2,000 years, it has shaped Chinese philosophy, politics, spirituality, and how people think about harmony with the world.
In this new Kinship Cafe series, we will explore the foundations of the Daodejing, beginning with the historical and cultural background from which it emerged. We will examine the Warring States period, the social upheaval that shaped early Chinese philosophy, and the questions thinkers of the time sought to answer about order, power, and living well.
Before diving into the verses themselves, we will build the context that makes the text come alive.
In this series, we will explore:
• The historical world that produced the Daodejing
• The philosophical debates of early China
• How the idea of dao was understood in its original setting
• Why this small book has endured for over two millennia
Whether you are new to the Daodejing or have been reading it for years, this series will provide a deeper foundation for understanding one of the most profound works in human history.
Join us at Kinship Cafe as we begin this journey together.
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A New Series: Exploring the Foundations of the Daodejing (Tao Te Ching)
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