Chinese Philosophy; Chinese metaphysics; Daoism; classics; philosophy of language

Karyn Lai. “Early Daoist Philosophy: Dao, Language and Society”.

2008, Chapter 6. In An Introduction to Chinese Philosophy. Cambridge University Press, 93-110.

Topics: Communication; Culture; Personal and Social Identity
Keywords: Chinese Philosophy; Chinese metaphysics; Daoism; classics; philosophy of language

Traditions: Australasian/Oceanian; East Asian; Historical
Languages: Classical Chinese; English
Figures: Laozi

Expand entry: , Contributed by: I Xuan Chong

Abstract:
This chapter - taken from the first edition of An Introduction to Chinese Philosophy - presents a comprehensive introduction to key ideas and arguments in early Daoist philosophy.

Comment: This introductory chapter offers a reliable and accessible interpretation of the Laozi.

Difficulty: Easy

Recommended use: Introductory reading

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