列子

Liezi

Taoism · book

The Liezi (列子) is a Taoist text traditionally attributed to Lie Yukou and preserved in an eight-chapter received version. Its stories examine effortless action, changing perspectives, the limits of certainty, and the possibility of living in accord with the natural course of things.

He who knows the contentment of contentment is always content.

— Liezi, Yang Zhu chapter (traditional translation)

What Are the Key Facts About Liezi?

  • Tradition: Taoism
  • Chinese: 列子
  • Category: Book
  • Definition: The Liezi (列子) is a Taoist text traditionally attributed to Lie Yukou and preserved in an eight-chapter received version.

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