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Early Chinese Mysticism : Philosophy and Soteriology in the Taoist Tradition,New
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Did Chinese mysticism vanish after its first appearance in ancient Taoist philosophy, to surface only after a thousand years had passed, when the Chinese had adapted Buddhism to their own culture? This first integrated survey of the mystical dimension of Taoism disputes the commonly accepted idea of such a hiatus. Covering the period from the Daode jing to the end of the Tang, Livia Kohn reveals an often misunderstood Chinese mystical tradition that continued through the ages. Influenced by but ultimately independent of Buddhism, it took forms more various than the quietistic withdrawal of Laozi or the sudden enlightenment of the Chan Buddhists. On the basis of a new theoretical evaluation of mysticism, this study analyzes the relationship between philosophical and religious Taoism and between Buddhism and the native Chinese tradition. Kohn shows how the quietistic and socially oriented Daode jing was combined with the ecstatic and individualistic mysticism of the Zhuangzi, with immortality beliefs and practices, and with Buddhist insight meditation, mind analysis, and doctrines of karma and retribution. She goes on to demonstrate that Chinese mysticism, a complex synthesis by the late Six Dynasties, reached its zenith in the Tang, laying the foundations for later developments in the Song traditions of Inner Alchemy, Chan Buddhism, and NeoConfucianism.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Early Chinese Mysticism'? A: The book explores the mystical dimension of Taoism, challenging the notion that Chinese mysticism disappeared after its initial emergence. It analyzes the interplay between philosophical and religious Taoism and its relationship with Buddhism.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Livia Kohn, a scholar known for her work on Chinese philosophy and religion.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on October 23, 1991.
- Q: How many pages does 'Early Chinese Mysticism' have? A: The book contains 234 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in Taoism? A: Yes, the book provides an integrated survey of Taoist mysticism that is accessible to both beginners and those familiar with the subject.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating that it may show some signs of wear but is overall in satisfactory shape.
- Q: Does this book cover the influence of Buddhism on Taoism? A: Yes, the book discusses how Buddhism influenced the development of Taoist mysticism while remaining independent from it.
- Q: What is the edition of this book? A: This is the First Edition of 'Early Chinese Mysticism'.
- Q: Can this book help me understand the relationship between Taoism and Neo-Confucianism? A: Yes, the book examines the foundations of later developments in Taoism, including its connections to Neo-Confucianism.