By Jinhua Jia (NHC Fellow, 2014–15) During the Tang dynasty (618–907), changes in political policies, the religious landscape, and gender relations opened the possibility for Daoist women to play an unprecedented role in religious and public life. Women, from imperial princesses to the daughters of commoner families, could be ordained as Daoist priestesses and become … Continued
Edited by Mark Csikszentmihalyi (NHC Fellow, 1997–98) and P. J. Ivanhoe Leading scholars examine religious and philosophical dimensions of the Chinese classic known as the Daodejing or Laozi. Renowned international scholars examine crucial issues surrounding the Laozi, the third century Chinese classic also known as the Daodejing in this indispensable volume. The work offers diverse interpretations, a wide range of scholarly … Continued
By ZhuangziTranslated by Victor H. Mair (NHC Fellow, 1991–92) In this vivid, contemporary translation, Victor Mair captures the quintessential life and spirit of Chuang Tzu while remaining faithful to the original text.