The Tao Te Ching: Laurie Anderson in Conversation with Stephen Mitchell

Translated most simply as the Book of the Way, the Tao Te Ching is thought to be the work of Laozi, written in China in the 4th century BCE. It is a sequence of 81 ‘poems’ that amount to a set of principles for life. At its simplest, the verses can assist each of us in being present in life. In giving up all concepts, judgements and desires, we grow naturally compassionate and can discover, deep in our own experiences, the central truths of the art of living.

“All he left us is his book: the classic manual on the art of living, written with gemlike lucidity, radiant with humor and grace and largeheartedness and deep wisdom, it is one of the wonders of the world.”

Stephen Mitchell’s translation is admired by anyone who knows it and, not surprisingly, it took him many years and draws on his 14 years of Zen training.

Don't miss out on the chance to be with legendary Laurie Anderson discussing spirituality, Zen and the art of living with esteemed translator Stephen Mitchell in this FREE online event.