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Jesus and Lao Tzu: The Parallel Sayings Paperback – 22 October 2002
by Martin Aronson (Editor), Brother David Steindl-Rast (Introduction)
Jesus and Lao Tzu: The Parallel Sayings Paperback – 22 October 2002
by Martin Aronson (Editor), Brother David Steindl-Rast (Introduction)
4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 46 ratings
Comparing the New Testament with the Tao Te Ching, Taoism’s most sacred book, Jesus and Lao Tzu reveals a surprising set of examples in which these two spiritual masters point their followers in the same direction. With over 90 parallel sayings, readers find fresh understanding and new perspectives here, since the time-honored teachings are presented side by side. The book also shows how these shared truths transcend traditional religious boundaries.
Publisher : Ulysses Press; First Trade Paper edition (22 October 2002)
Language : English
Paperback : 248 pages
4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 46 ratings
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Brother EDEN Douglas
5.0 out of 5 stars Perfection In Hardback !!!Reviewed in the United States on 16 May 2023
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I owned the paperback of this series but was delighted to find the hardbacks. These parallel series remind us that truth has a commonality. Excellent addition to my growing library.
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Howard Wilson
4.0 out of 5 stars This is an excellent book for those interested in both Christianity, and the Tao.Reviewed in the United States on 27 September 2013
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I've only read a few pages, but the book really resonates with me. What's astounding (to me), is they were written some 500 years apart. But if you open your mind, and meditate on the words, you'll see that they both come from the God/Source, and therefore are divine. Real Truth, i.e. "Divine Truth," is never complicated. It easy to understand, and will resonate and enlighten all who seek it. The way the book is structured is simple. There's a passage from Jesus, followed by something similar from the Tao Te Ching. The greatest Commandment (in my opinion) Jesus gave can be found in Matthew 22:37-40 (NIV), "Jesus replied: 'Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: Love your neighbor as yourself. All the Law and the Prophets hang on these two commandments.'" The problem (in my opinion) is that the majority of the people don't know how to truly love themselves, which is another reason to buy this book. In the end, the choice is yours. Namaste :)
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a. parr
5.0 out of 5 stars A gift to my thirsty soulReviewed in the United States on 14 January 2018
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Forward and preface beautifully written as well as historical notations made. Yay! I am so glad to have this book. I have read as individual Buddha’s , Confuscious, Jesus’s documentation , as well as Rumi and the feminine mystics from 1500’s and before and presently. A very good read. Sure beats blood and guts. My review is earthy and some people may not like I was not so inclined to be intellectual about it...this book is a gift to my soul and heart.
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3.0 out of 5 stars A little misleadingReviewed in the United States on 13 January 2008
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This book is a good attempt at demonstrating parallels between the words of Christ and Lao Tzu - but is falls short. For one thing, other biblical writer's words are used as parallels, such as Paul, and I believe one of the psalmists, so the title is misleading. Some of the parallels are impressive, while others are tenuous, stretching it quite a bit. Some of the chapter introductions are pretty well-written, though. It's a light read, not the least bit scholarly, and probably won't give you any more parallels than you could have quickly found yourself from reading the Tao, assuming you are familiar with the New Testament.
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Gayle Pollard
5.0 out of 5 stars Intriguing book!Reviewed in the United States on 8 March 2022
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Am enjoying this book!
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