Books matching: eastern philosophy
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Save:A small book with huge impact - thought-provoking, soothing, and inspiring for reflection, but best enjoyed in small sips and with the right translation for you.
Must I fear what others fear? Should I fear desolation when there is abundance? Should I fear darkness when that light is shining everywhere? Nonsense! The people of this world are steeped in their me... - #2
Save:A fun, whimsical introduction to Taoism that doubles as a love letter to Pooh Bear - best approached with an open mind and a taste for gentle, simple wisdom.
Let's imagine that we have walked down a narrow sheet in a large Chinese city and have found a small shop that sells scrolls painted in the classic manner. We go inside and ask to be shown something a... - #3
Save:A short, elegant novel about the search for meaning and inner peace - perfect for thoughtful readers, especially if you enjoy spiritual or philosophical journeys. While it may not be for everyone, "Siddhartha" can be a life-affirming read when the timing is right.
SIDDHARTHA, the handsome son of the Brahmin, the young falcon, grew up together with his friend Govinda, the Brahmin’s son, in the shadow of the house, in the sun of the riverbank near the boats, in t... - #4
Save:A foundational work of Eastern thought packed with memorable insights - but best approached with a good translation (and a little patience). Essential for understanding Chinese culture, even if not all the wisdom feels easily accessible today.
3. The Master said, ‘Guide them by edicts, keep them in line with punishments, and the common people will stay out of trouble but will have no sense of shame. Guide them by virtue, keep them in line w... - #5
Save:A philosophical classic that opens Western minds to Zen - sometimes dense, but rewarding for the thoughtful and patient reader.
Zen Buddhism is a way and a view of life which does not belong to any of the formal categories of modern Western thought. It is not religion or philosophy; it is not a psychology or a type of science.... - #6
Save:A legendary, bite-sized book of strategy that can inspire and challenge - especially if you like to think deeply. Worth the read for its historical impact alone, but mileage varies for pleasure reading. Best for curious minds, not just commanders.
Zhuge Liang, commonly known by his style, Kongming, was born around the year 180, the son of a provincial official in the latter days of the Han dynasty. At that time, the dynasty was thoroughly decre... A profound, poetic meditation on letting go and embracing the present. Not your typical self-help book - more of a take-your-time read to challenge and inspire your perspective on life and anxiety.
Every book is a journey, but this one aims to travel everywhere and nowhere. It begins in a state of anxiety, which few people want to dwell on. It punches holes in shared belief and treats sacred thi...- #8
Save:A timeless read-aloud classic brimming with innocence, friendship, and quiet humor - Winnie-the-Pooh is a whimsical story for the young and the young at heart.
Well, it just happened that you had been to a party the day before at the house of your friend Piglet, and you had balloons at the party. You had had a big green balloon; and one of Rabbit’s relations... - #9
Save:A beautifully clear, soothing, and practical guide to the heart of Buddhism - ideal for anyone wanting to bring more mindfulness, understanding, and compassion into daily life.
Buddha was not a god. He was a human being like you and me, and he suffered just as we do. If we go to the Buddha with our hearts open, he will look at us, his eyes filled with compassion, and say, "B... - #10
Save:A thought-provoking classic that bridges science and spirituality - older in its science, but still sparkly with big, mind-bending ideas. Worth picking up if you’re open to broad, philosophical connections, less so if you’re looking for up-to-date physics or rigorous analysis.
Any path is only a path, and there is no affront, to oneself or to others, in dropping it if that is what your heart tells you … Look at every path closely and deliberately. Try it as many times as yo...
