Dao -- often translated as "the Way" -- is China's original and invaluable contribution to philosophy. Ineffable yet inexhaustible\, Dao is metaphysically profound\, empirically sound\, and aesthetically renowned. From quantum physics to modern medicine\, from fractal geometry to martial arts\, from family relations to warring states\, Dao's insights are pervasive and effective. Daoism's practices rank with those of Buddhism and Stoicism in cultivating peoples' "best selves." Dao conduces to individual serenity\, social harmony\, and political unity. This talk will be based on Lou Marinoff's book "The Power of Dao\," using its case studies to illustrate some foundational ideas and their applications.
\n\nTuesday\, May 2\, 2017 at 6pm. This event is part of the Philosophy Series at The Cornelia Street Café\;\, located at 29 Cornelia Street\, New York\, NY 10014 (near Sixth Avenue and West 4th St.). Admission is $10\, which includes the price of one drink. Reservations are recommended (212. 989.9319)
\nLou Marinoff is Professor of Philosophy and Asian Studies at The City College of New York\, and founding president of the American Philosophical Practitioners Association. He has authored internationally best-selling books on philosophy for everyday life. The Power of Tao reflects Lou's lifelong devotion to Chinese philosophy. In youth he was a student of venerable Sing Ming Li\, a grandmaster of Kung Fu and practitioner of \;Chinese medicine. In maturity Lou became a cultural advisor to venerable Xi Yongshin\, Abbott of Shaolin Temple. As faculty of Horasis and the WEF\, he serves global forums. His hobbies include photography\, music\, and tennis. Dao is his constant guide. For more information visit
