Wisdom to Gain

About this poem

Lao Tzu’s Tao Te Ching’s Teachings (circa 6th century B.C.), like the Chinese divination manual “I Ching” or “Book of Changes” (circa 1000 B.C.), can be considered, from a philosophical perspective, as a tractate or manual, written in verses, offering prudent guidance to those in pursuit of common sense wisdom. This poem, “Wisdom to Gain,” suggests that a seeker’s consultation of the Tao Te Ching’s eighty one verses or “chapters,” can indeed provide timely comfort to those who seek it.  more »