Understanding Dao De Jing - the book, and the Dao within

Dear all,

I hope you are all keeping well 😊

As the concept of Dao gradually integrates into our daily lives, it has become evident that understanding it correctly is essential for fully embracing its teachings.

When it comes to Dao Learning and Dao Cultivation, there's nothing more influential than the book of Dao De Jing written by Lao-Zii dated back 2,500 years.
This timeless classic, preserved through the dedication of countless generations, commands our highest respect and remains a valuable treasure for future generations when accurately comprehended.

As a starter for 10, we will explore the most discussed and widely shared chapters and concepts from Lao Zii's Dao De Jing. For instance, the concept of 'Wu Wei' is often translated into English as 'doing nothing.' However, we must question whether this translation truly captures the essence of 'Wu Wei.'

Have we considered if 'Wu Wei' was Lao Zii's advice to us, or if it describes what Dao inherently does—existing before everything and persisting when nothing else remains?
If 'Wu Wei' represents what Dao does, then 'doing nothing' may not fully convey Lao Zii's intent. After all, when Dao 'does nothing,' it signifies that everything we take for granted would cease—no day and night, no sunrise and sunset, no seasons, the Earth would stop orbiting. What would our world be like if everything ceased to happen? Would it still be habitable?

Join our monthly discussion to find out and share your views with the group.

Everyone is warmly invited. An open-minded attitude is crucial.

Any questions please let me know.

Thank you & see you Saturday!

BW
Lila 😊

Understanding Dao De Jing - the book, and the Dao within
26 July 2025
14:00 - 16:00 (GMT)

Meeting link: Understanding Dao De Jing - the book, and the Dao within | Microsoft Teams | Meet-up-Join

Meeting ID: 931 565 208 022 1
Passcode: 7J3Kw7