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by Jerry O. Dalton (Author)
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A practical guide to the mystical and a mystical guide to the practical, this book results from a painstaking comparison of thirty editions of the Tao te Ching. The chapters of the ancient original work, synthesized from the author's comparisons, are each followed by detailed paraphrases. These explain the Tao more clearly, yet retain the shrouded truth of the original. Particular emphasis is placed upon the philosophy's applications to love, work, parenting, and everyday situations. Stimulate your thinking and learn practical application of Taoist principles; find the natural accord between your body and mind.

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  • Paperback: 188 pages
  • Publisher: Humanics Ltd Partners (November 1, 1998)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0893342238
  • ISBN-13: 978-0893342234
  • Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 5.9 x 0.6 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #484,577 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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    #84 in  Books > Religion & Spirituality > Bible & Other Sacred Texts > Tao Te Ching

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4.0 out of 5 stars Practical exercises for practicing the Way, October 4, 1999
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Backward Down the Path is outstanding on two levels: It offers thought-provoking suggestions for putting the Way to practice in our everyday lives and clarifies the message of the Tao te Ching in language understandable to the general Western reader. Dr. Dalton's personal experience with Taoist spirituality lends remarkable compassion to his interpretation of the text. This is an excellent book for anyone interested in exploring the Way.
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5.0 out of 5 stars An Easy Path To Follow, August 27, 2001
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Jerry Dalton makes the Taoist path an easy one to follow. He opens up the 81 steps of the Tao and paraprahses them with easy to understand language. His translation is first rate.
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4.0 out of 5 stars good translation; excellent commentaries, September 13, 2002
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The best part of this book is the commentary that is given for each of the 81 chapters of the tao te ching. This is a very good book for someone unfamiliar with the ttc, who would like explanations of each chapter. The applications sections are also good.
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