文子

audiobook

文子

by Jian Xing

ZH·~52 minutes·2 chapters

Chapters

2 total

Part 1

31:37

Part 2

20:54

Description

This ancient collection assembles a series of Lao‑Zic discourses that probe the nature of the Way (Dao) and its invisible power behind heaven and earth. Rendered in a lyrical, chant‑like style, it weaves observations of the cosmos, the cycles of the seasons, and the subtle movements of wind and water. Listeners are invited to contemplate a philosophy that treats emptiness and form as two aspects of a single reality.

The text offers practical guidance for rulers and ordinary people alike, urging humility, simplicity, and non‑action as paths to harmony. It uses vivid analogies—water flowing without resistance, the sky covering all, seasons turning effortlessly—to illustrate how softness can overcome strength and how staying centered amid change brings calm influence. In an audio format the cadence of these teachings encourages quiet reflection, making it a useful companion for anyone seeking a deeper sense of balance.

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Language

zh

Duration

~52 minutes (50K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

2007-12-14

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

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About the author

Jian Xing

Jian Xing

A Nobel Prize-winning writer, playwright, and artist, he is known for work that blends Chinese literary traditions with modern experimental forms. His writing often explores memory, freedom, exile, and the search for meaning.

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