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365 Tao: Daily Meditations Paperback – July 17, 1992

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Place the word Tao
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Use no other words.

The Tao is constantly moving, the path that all life and the whole universe takes. There is nothing that is not part of it—harmonious living is to know and to move with the Tao—it is a way of life, the natural order of things, a force that flows through all life.

365 Tao is a contemporary book of meditations on what it means to be wholly a part of the Taoist way, and thus to be completely in harmony with oneself and the surrounding world.

Deng Ming-Dao is the author of eight books, including The Living I Ching, Chronicles of Tao, Everyday Tao, and Scholar Warrior. His books have been translated into fifteen languages. He studied qigong, philosophy, meditation, and internal martial arts with Taoist master Kwan Saihung for thirteen years, and with two other masters before that.

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    July 17, 1992
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  6. ISBN-10
    0062502239
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    978-0062502230
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Deng Ming-Dao is the author of eight books, including 365 Tao, The Living I Ching, Chronicles of Tao, Everyday Tao, and Scholar Warrior. His books have been translated into fifteen languages. He lives in San Francisco.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ HarperOne; First Edition (July 17, 1992)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 400 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0062502239
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0062502230
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 13.5 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5 x 1 x 7 inches
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Deng Ming-Dao is the author of eight books, including 365 Tao, Everyday Tao, Scholar Warrior, and Chronicles of Tao. His books have been translated into fifteen languages. He studied qigong, philosophy, meditation, and internal martial arts with Taoist master Kwan Saihung for thirteen years, and studied with two other masters before that. He is an award-winning graphic designer and fine artist whose work is in several collections, including those of the Brooklyn Museum and the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art.

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Tim A 114
5.0 out of 5 stars awesome read with ease of clarity
Reviewed in the United States on January 1, 2024
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I enjoyed reading 365 Tao as I felt Taoism came off as friendly, welcoming, and insightful. I would definitely something from Ming-Dao Deng or anything interesting from Tao.
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Jim Martin
5.0 out of 5 stars Morning Contemplations !!!
Reviewed in the United States on October 18, 2011
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What a book. I'm not gonna lie - I read this paperback in under 2 weeks. First, I read one page and suddenly found myself reading about 5-10 pages. Then I took a break --- looked in the back where I realized --- the author has laid out the book so that you can read one page a day, every day for a year = 365 days (that's if you want). However, after the first 5 pages -- I was hooked!!! I started reading about 30-40 pages a day. This volume is simple, straightforward and retains a clean-cut writing style, top to bottom. What's more, after about 50 pages - I ordered Ming-Dao Deng's other book "Everyday Tao". I'm sure it will be a worthy follow up...

One thought that stood out -- was that this book was more straightforward (black and white) then others (especially in the area of right & wrong, and what to do as far as taking action). Everyone has common sense, some of us more than others, but when reading up on spiritual books - sometimes the meaning is hard to grasp 100%. After a few books on Taoism, Buddhism etc., I've had the impression that if something `bad' happens or you wind up in a sticky position - your feeling should be `oh that's the way it is and just go with it'. On the contrary, "365 Tao" clearly states you should have your defenses as well as other methods of handling certain matters. This book dives into greater detail concerning what to do when coming across specific situations like this. In the same token, it explains how you should become one with the Tao because actually -- you are Tao, you, me and everything else...

If I must quote one precise page - it would be pp.125 - RESOLVE:
"Make your stand today. On this spot. On this day. Make your actions count; do not falter in your determination to fulfill your destiny. Overcome your obstacles and realize what you envision. Each day your life grows shorter by 24 hours. The time to make achievements becomes more precious. Create the poetry of your life with toughness and determination".

Words of poetry and wisdom - simply graceful....

Every page has something humble and beautiful to offer (some even better than others). I thought the book was fabulous and quite insightful at times. Furthermore, it will certainly stay close to the desktop, so that I can look at choice selections whenever the whim arises. Actually, I plan on reading this book again soon, only this time -- one page at a time, for morning contemplation!!!
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Deb T.
5.0 out of 5 stars A small, profound book to give you a different perspective
Reviewed in the United States on June 21, 2023
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I bought this as a gift for a friend. I've had my copy of 365 Tao since receiving it as a gift from a friend in 1992 (when it was first published). It is well worn, to say the least. I hesitate to say this is the Cliff Notes version of Tao, because the easy to read, and understand, pages can be profound in their briefness. This book makes Tao accessible to Westerners, allowing serenity and simplicity, if you want it. It can also provide an awakening to something beyond our own enclosed and somewhat desperate lives. If we want it.
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sierra mimi
5.0 out of 5 stars If you like brief meditative readings that draw you back into them for deeper pondering, this book is for you.
Reviewed in the United States on February 13, 2014
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An American Taoist, Chinese scholar and author recommended this book during a lecture I attended. I haven't been disappointed. It has been helping my western mind understand the ancient Taoist concepts of life--life is full of change, adversities and abounding in mysteries, in which we can choose to flow or resist. The writer manages to convey the ancient Taoist principles without the use of Chinese words that we find in other English translations of ancient teachings. Simply put, he cuts to the quick of our western minds and still imparts the exotic world of ancient Chinese philosophy.

Some of us are self-cultivators. We like to learn about how to ride the waves of what unexpected life dishes out. Taoism is like that. It emphasizes self adjustment to life rather than attempting to rearrange it to suit our needs. This book may be a good start for inquiries into Taoism for those of us who want or need to inch our way into understanding a philosophy without the intellectual work that often comes with such an endeavor. Ming-Dao Deng neatly and succintly defines Taoist principles on every page, even narrowing them down to one word each: "Beginning", "Ending", "Emptiness", "Continuation", "Attachment", "Joy", and 359 more. Since the ancient Taoists saw the importance of immersing ourselves in all of nature, a daily reading guide, according to the hemisphere in which we live is included, allowing us to chose our readings according to the seasons. The guide is also a handy tool for reflections on topics that capture the need of the day-- say, "Perseverance".

The meditations cover just about every aspect of life, drawing us up and out of this world and bringing us back down: "When walking, can you feel the rotation of heaven?" or " When you shop, are you aware of your needs?" Whatever manner you choose to use this book, you will learn about Taoism as well as be challenged to expand your self-knowledge.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Sensible, practical advice
Reviewed in the United States on October 17, 2023
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The author is Taoist, but you don't have to be Taoist to appreciate these daily readings. They are about living in balance with the world, slowing down, and appreciating the intricacies of life.
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Mitzi
4.0 out of 5 stars Good service
Reviewed in the United States on January 15, 2023
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The book arrived quickly and did not have objectionable markings. However the pages were quite yellowed, I'm not sure I would have bought this copy if I could have seen it first. However, the important thing is the content which is providing me many days of inspiration.
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Chuck hunter
5.0 out of 5 stars Change your life.
Reviewed in the United States on February 8, 2024
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Kelly Yamamoto
5.0 out of 5 stars Great gift
Reviewed in the United States on December 28, 2023
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Bought this as a Christmas gift for friends and family and they have loved it so far! Highly recommend for anyone who enjoys Tao te Ching
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LM
5.0 out of 5 stars Ongoing inspiration
Reviewed in Canada on October 18, 2021
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I've had this book on my bedside table for many years now. Each meditation is basically a beautiful enlightening and inspiring read. You can look up the date (in your hemisphere) at the back of the book and start at whatever date you are at, and some of the meditations will correspond to the seasons, etc. I tend to pick the book up from time to time and read back until the last time I picked it up. This is the most cherished book on my bookshelf. It is a gift to humankind.
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Asha Manu
5.0 out of 5 stars What a wonderful book!
Reviewed in India on October 13, 2022
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A little something to read and muse for each day of the year. Great book.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent daily companion
Reviewed in Mexico on January 28, 2019
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It is a great book to guide you through life.
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Janiii
5.0 out of 5 stars It’s great for maintaining peace of mind
Reviewed in Japan on June 28, 2020
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This book helps me calm myself. I have anxiety, so this book’s content helps me keep my peace of mind. Even if it’s small help but it works for me. Thank you...
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Eva Unit 01
5.0 out of 5 stars So far I've really enjoyed this book
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 24, 2016
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So far I've really enjoyed this book.

You can read one page daily as its layed out, or you could have it as a little quick read.

Mine is paperback so with all paperbacks im not expecting it to stay pristine, but I was happy it arrived safely.

The quality of the context though is priceless, each day you can read a small script (in the corner of the page) then a main piece of text on the same page which is really a great bit of philosophy type writing.

They are all very different texts, some are just good little scripts to read and some really make me think.

I have been interested In Taoism for quite some time so I really love and appreciate this, but
you really dont have to be interested in Taoism to enjoy this read, could just be a coffee table book you pick up every now and again.
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