Republic of the Philippines

Pangasinan State University

Sta. Maria Campus
Sta. Maria, Pangasinan

“From Tao Te Ching ”

by: Lao Tzu

Prepared by: Erika Mae A. Tupag Course: BEED II-A

Submitted to: Mr. Marleo Montenegro

I. Introduction
The Tao Te Ching  is perfect for those who would like to delve deeper into the intriguing
nature of the Tao and to gain a deeper understanding of life and the nature of reality. This series
of meditations is also a great way to gain a better understanding of ancient Chinese beliefs.

In ancient China, Tao, also known as the Way, is believed to be the guiding light of the
soul and the very source of existence. For generations, the Tao Te Ching had drawn
scholars from around the world, including those who sought understand human existence
and how they can bring balance and perspective into their lives. This book not only
contains a wealth of wisdom but it can teach one how to embrace the good within and
become a generous spirit. Learn how striking a balance with the universe can help with
all aspects of your life

II. The Literary Piece

- the poem/story or the piece
(if the poem/story etc. is too long, just the summary or most important parts, also, only include the English
version)

-include pictures (if necessary)

“Tao Te Ching”
By; Lao tzu
CHAPTER 29:
It’s useless to try to control the world because the world cannot be controlled. The Tao is all about balance,
and everything has its place in that—leaders and followers, hot things and cold things, strong things and
weak things. The sages recognized that the best thing to do is to eliminate extremes, excess and arrogance .

CHAPTER 30:
There’s not much point in using soldiers to solve problems since eventually, somebody else’s soldiers will
attack you in retaliation.

Violence is a bad idea. The book also advises on how a talented military commander behaves. A talented
commander achieves the necessary results and then stops.

CHAPTER 31:

All things hate a strong military. The military is not a tool for honorable men.

When honorable men are forced to use violence, they only do it out of necessity. They remain detached
from the whole thing and don’t find any glory in victory. People who enjoy killing are never going “to
achieve their ambitions upon the world.” In the end, we’re told everyone who dies in war should be
mourned.

CHAPTER 32:

There will be no need to force things to be good; they just will be good. We have to know when to stop
naming things. If we know when to stop, then we avoid danger.

CHAPTER 33:

This one’s all about knowing yourself. You’re pretty smart if you understand others, but you’re totally
enlightened if you understand yourself.

Then it tells us that you’re strong if you overcome others, but it’s only when you overcome yourself that
you’re truly powerful.