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Lao Tzu
Philosophy & Ethics
Spirituality & MythWho is Lao Tzu in the Agency editorial?
Lao Tzu is the ancient Chinese figure traditionally credited with writing the Tao Te Ching, a foundational text of Taoism. In Creative.2, interviewee Carolina Justus names him as the first of two thinkers who help her come back to herself, and says he makes her see the world more lightly.
In short
In Creative.2, Lao Tzu appears in Carolina Justus's answer to a question about philosophers and authors who help her find balance in life. She names two figures: Lao Tzu and Seneca. She says Lao Tzu makes her see the world more lightly and get rid of the violence inside of her. The edition does not mention any specific text or teaching.
Key facts
- Who names Lao Tzu in the Agency editorial?
- Carolina Justus, the creative interviewed in Creative.2, when asked which philosopher or author helps her find balance in life.
- What does Carolina say about Lao Tzu?
- That he makes her see the world more lightly and get rid of the violence inside of her. He is the first of the two names she gives; the second is Seneca.
- Does the edition mention any specific text by Lao Tzu?
- No. Carolina says only what he does for her, without citing any work or passage.
Who is Lao Tzu?
Lao Tzu is the ancient Chinese figure traditionally credited with writing the Tao Te Ching, a foundational text of Taoist thought. His historical existence is a subject of scholarly debate, and the name is sometimes used to refer to the author of the text rather than a specific historical person. No birth or death dates are given here, as the traditional dates are contested and not established with certainty.
How does Lao Tzu appear in Creative.2?
In Creative.2, Carolina Justus is asked which philosopher or author helps her find balance. She names two figures: Lao Tzu and Seneca. She says Lao Tzu makes her see the world more lightly and get rid of the violence inside of her. No text, passage or doctrine is cited.
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