The Eternal Way of Profound Virtue: A New Translation of the Tao Te Ching

"A journey of a thousand miles begins beneath the first step." Simple, profound truth that is aesthetically beautiful and immediately understandable. The Eternal Way of Profound Virtue is a new interpretation of The Tao Te Ching, translated by modern monk Roger Charles Warren. The translation is eminently accurate, understandable and readable, without apologies, footnotes or endnotes. It returns to the simple basic truth that is this book. The reader may arrive at their own interpretation, free from distracting editorial comments. One can contemplate, meditate, and receive inspiration from the beauty of the simple text itself. Presented in both ancient Chinese and hand-lettered modern English, side-by-side, with hand-carved woodblock cover and chapter illustrations by the translator . Plain but beautiful. Unadorned yet true. May you find peace and grace between the covers of this enduring classic.