The Possibility of Asking about Dao: On the Philosophical Significance of Dialogue in the Zhuangzi

In contrast to the aphoristic style of the Daodejing, Zhuangzi is known for its abundant use of dialogues. These dialogues, especially those found in chapters 21 and 22, are consciously organized around the theme of “asking about Dao”. They bring together the diverse propositions about the Dao that...

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Main Author: Wang, Yiming (Author)
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Published: MDPI 2023
In: Religions
Year: 2023, Volume: 14, Issue: 9
Further subjects:B Dialogue
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