The teachings of the Tao have offered wisdom and guidance for individuals seeking balance, peace, and harmony throughout the ages. Wise sages have utilized storytelling as a means of conveying the fundamental principles and profound mysteries of the Tao. Below, you will find a selection of these timeless stories that offer insight into the Tao’s essential teachings.
Straw Hats & Umbrellas – Tao Story That Sets Your Mind Thinking Once upon a time, there is an old woman who is never happy. She has two sons. The older son sells straw hats, while the younger son sells umbrellas. The old woman never stops worrying. When it’s raining, she worries for the older son, as…
Story of Tao that sets your mind thinking: Old Man & His Horse An old man, who lives on the northern frontier of China, is capable of interpreting events. One day, for no reason he loses his horse. It runs away to the nomads across the border. His neighbors come round to comfort him. Yet…
The Sage by never dealing with the great, accomplishes greatness The baby clock is now old enough to starting ticking. Grandfather clock is the Master. He says to the baby clock adoringly, “Let’s get to work now!” “So I will learn to tick today,” asks the baby clock, barely able to hide her excitement. “Yes,…
See how much you can be part of nature How beautifully the man is integrated with nature, that the pine is another being that he whispers to. I really enjoy this painting of Feng Zikai, a highly respected Chinese author and painter. It’s poetic title sees nature in a new light When most of the…
A story of Tao wisdom that sets you thinking A young man is upset that he is never rich. Upon suggestion of a fried, he seeks advice from the wise old man. “I can’t understand why I’m always poor.” “Are you poor?” asks the wise old man. “But I can see that you’re rich!” “No!…
Story of Tao that sets you thinking Once upon a time, there is a scholar who devotes himself untiringly to the study of Tao. Hurrah! Having assiduously worked for several years, he eventually attains the coveted state of enlightenment. The man, nevertheless, is not celebrating. Instead, he takes all of his books out into the…
It is an unfair fight but surprisingly the old man turns the tables around It is a precarious situation. A powerful swordsman, who has killed many people, is coming back the next day to pick up a duel with the old, gentle tea master. It is going to be an unfair fight. The old man,…
Even the tail to slap & keep flies away is provided The power of Tao is manifested in the dynamism of nature. It is infinitely wise, with enormous warm and generous love of Mother. See how these cattle are being cared for! They are provided with the air, the grass, the robust body and the…
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