The Concept of Qi in the Dao De Jing
Keywords:
Qi, Vital Energy, The Dao De Jing, Daoism, MetaphysicsAbstract
This article aims to study the concept of Qi as a metaphysical concept that uses to explain the existence of the world and all things, especially the Taoist philosophy in the Dao De Jing, which views the Way (Dao) to reach the truth of the world and all things as the great way of nature. It was believed that all things originate and operate in the universe. In other words, it believes that for humans to live in harmony with the great Dao, they must understand the truth of the way of nature and the relationship between humans and the world. Not only the concept of Qi can explain the operation of the world and all things, it also plays a part in interpreting the system of the world, meanings and symbols of Taoism, which are unity. In order to show the relationship and compare the concepts of Laozi with other related concepts more clearly. This article will study the concept of Qi or Ch’i from the context of the Dao De Jing, and will present the opinions of scholars on this concept, including the author’s own views.
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