chuang-tzu
Definition
- Proper noun:
- A 4th-century BCE Chinese philosopher: Chuang-tzu is a foundational figure in Taoist philosophy, known for his writings that expand upon and illustrate the teachings of Lao-tzu. He is traditionally considered the author of a text also called the Chuang-tzu.
Usage
- Proper noun:
- The philosophical ideas of Chuang-tzu emphasize spontaneity and freedom from artificial constraints.
- Scholars often compare the parables in Chuang-tzu to those written by his predecessor, Lao-tzu.
Advanced Usage
- "the Chuang-tzu": This phrase refers specifically to the ancient Chinese text attributed to the philosopher, which is a fundamental work of Taoism.
- We are studying a chapter from the Chuang-tzu in our comparative religion class.
Variants and Related Words
- Zhuangzi: The modern Pinyin romanization of the same name, which is more commonly used in contemporary academic writing.
- The philosopher Zhuangzi is also known for his dream about a butterfly.
Synonyms
- Zhuang Zhou: The personal name traditionally associated with the philosopher Chuang-tzu.
Noun
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4th-century Chinese philosopher on whose teachings Lao-tse based Taoism
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