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From: J5J@psuvm.psu.edu (John A. Johnson)
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Subject: Tao Teh Ching & the Bible
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Date: 19 Jun 91 16:26:50 GMT
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It would be hard for me to believe that anyone who has read both the
Tao Teh Ching and the Bible could fail to note some striking similarities
for certain passages.  One general theme common to both books is the
paradoxical sayings of Lao Tzu and Jesus (for example, both said things
such as "yield and overcome" and "the last shall be first").  Both
books also recommend "becoming as a child."

Any readers out there also notice this?  I have been compiling a list of
these parallels, and would appreciate input.  Also, I would like to know
if a book on the parallels between Taoism and Christianity has ever
been published.  I have seen many such books that compare and draw
parallels between Buddhism (particularly the Zen variety) and Christianity,
but not a book on Taoism and Christianity.

John