LONG NIGHT OF PHILOSOPHY: Between Words and Silence - Tao Te Ching

This event is part of the 'Lange Nacht der Philosophie' (Long Night of Philosophy), a city-wide celebration in Zurich featuring 24 hours of philosophical events. Now in its 10th edition, the program has traditionally been held entirely in German — which is why we’re especially excited to offer what may be the very first event in English🥳.

Join us for a thoughtful journey into the Tao Te Ching, the timeless classic of Taoist philosophy attributed to Laozi. Together, we’ll explore its profound wisdom on harmony, balance, and the nature of existence, and reflect on how these teachings continue to resonate in the modern world.

Whether you’re encountering Taoism for the first time or have studied it for years, this meetup is a space to share ideas, exchange perspectives, and deepen your understanding of this influential text. Come discover how the Tao Te Ching can inspire and enrich the way we live today.

We're excited to welcome you at Kirchgemeindehaus Wiedikon
- See below for details on how to get there. Please be respectful and punctual

• Payable in advance online: The event comes with a fee of CHF 15 while early-bird is CHF 12

Preparation:
If time allows, ideally, read the Tao Te Ching, which isn't very long with 50 pages.

We can also recommend the article 10 Lessons in Self-Mastery from the Tao Te Ching.

For our theme events in general:
At our theme events, we begin with a brief topic introduction, followed by engaging discussions in small groups. Your thoughts and opinions are highly appreciated!

Important: When you register for the event, please commit to it and don't be a NO SHOW. Presumably, when the old philosophers decided to go to an event, they kept to it ;)

We look forward to seeing you