The Dao De Jing, or Tao Te Ching, is ancient Daoism’s foundational text. It is composed of 81 (9 x 9) short verses, likely recorded from the 6th century BC onwards. By the 3rd century BC, the work had mostly taken its current form.

Traditionally, authorship is attributed to Lao Tzu, or “Old Master.” It is possible that there were multiple authors, but very little is known about them.

This 2026 translation aims to stay as true as possible to the original Chinese characters, while still being clear and easy to read. Together with the added illustrations, it offers a modern gateway to the Dao’s timeless wisdom.

Once Upon a Decade – Contents

Once Upon a Decade – Transcripts

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