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Lao Tzu (Laozi)

c. 6th century BC (traditional) Β· Ancient China Β· Spiritual & world poets

Lao Tzu is the traditional author of the Tao Te Ching, a short book of poetic verses that is the founding text of Daoism. Its paradoxes about simplicity, softness and the β€œWay” have been translated more than almost any other book.

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Are Lao Tzu (Laozi)’s poems free to read?

Yes. Lao Tzu (Laozi)’s poems are in the public domain. Full books are also free in the library.

What are Lao Tzu (Laozi)’s best-known works?

Tao Te Ching.

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