Early Daoist Scriptures (Paperback, Revised Ed.)

Introducing the reader to ancient scriptures, this work provides a systematic and accesible overview of Daoism (c. 2nd-6th centuries). Representative works from each of the principle Daoist traditions comprise the basic structure of the book, with each chapter accompanied by an introduction that places the material within an historical context. Included are translations from the earliest Daoist commentary to Laozi's "Daode jing" (Tao Te Ching); historical documents relating the history of the early Daoist church; a petitioning ritual used to free believers from complaints brought against them by the dead; and two complete scriptures, one on individual meditation practice and another designed to rescue humanity from the terrors of hell through recitation of its powerful charms. In addition, Bokenkamp elucidates the connections Daoism holds with other schools of thought, particularly Confucianism and Buddhism.

General

Imprint:	University of California Press
Country of origin:	United States
Series:	Daoist Classics, 1
Release date:	June 1999
First published:	June 1999
Authors:	Stephen R. Bokenkamp
Contributors:	Peter Nickerson
Dimensions:	229 x 152 x 30mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback - Trade
Pages:	520
Edition:	Revised Ed.
ISBN-13:	978-0-520-21931-1
Categories:	Books > Humanities > Religion & beliefs > Non-Christian religions > General Books > Religion & Spirituality > Non-Christian religions > General
LSN:	0-520-21931-7
Barcode:	9780520219311

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