Chapter 78 of the Tao Te Ching by Laozi, on Water and the King of the World.

This app contains Chapter (or Verse) 78 of the Tao Te Ching by Laozi. The text describes the superior qualities of water and the scapegoat-like characteristics of the King of the World. Christians may see in this a potential reference to Jesus Christ. The concepts elaborated in this passage are also directly applied within the techniques and practices of Chinese Taoist martial arts, especially Tai Chi Chuan. The app includes a new and accurate English translation that is easy to read and understand.

What is the Tao Te Ching?

The Tao Te Ching is the central text of the Taoist religion, said to be written by the Chinese philosopher-sage Lao Tzu or Laozi, the founder of Taoism. The oldest portions known so far date back to the 4th century BCE. The book tells of the Ineffable Tao, or Way, and puts forth the key philosophical concepts that form the basis of Taoist virtue and practice.

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