''But do not name it my friend, for it's like water; nothing can overcome water, yet it can overcome rock. It does not fight; it moves around the opponent. - Jet Li, Forbidden kingdom.
Quality of water; 1.Softness. 2.Flexibility. 3.benifit to other without intension of returning. This all quality is quality of " Love and compassion ".
That s all good and nice but don t we forget the distractive power of water in floods, Tsunami and such catastrophes??? The only thing we can take from this is that nature is not good or bad , but indifferent to our feelings, plans and choices. I think calling the Tao good or goodness might be a misunderstanding.
Your words are incredibly moving. I am sitting on my couch and tears are flowing and I’m so great full for coming across your videos. You’re in inspiration.
I am a formal practitioner of Wing Chun since 1990, but I am a practicing Taoist, without really knowing it, since I was about 5. I only wish I could post here my tribute to Taoism. thank you for bringing unto the world, the way.
LOVE YOU GEORGE AND MASTER GU, I TRULY ENVY; IN A GOOD WAY; FOR THE WAY YOU LIVE YOUR LIFE AND NOT TO FORGET THE BEAUITFUL; PLACES IN CHINA, THANK YOU FOR SHARING AND EDUCATING PEOPLE ABOUT CHINA AND ITS CULTURE ENCOMPASS WITH SUCH ANCIENT WISDOM AND PHILOSOPHY !!!💖💖💖💖💖💖💖 MY FRIEND, YOU ARE AN OLD SOUL. EMBRACE IT ALL !!!! ONE DAY OUR PATHS WILL CROSS, AND WHEN IT DOSE, MY FRIEND I WILL GIVE YOU THE BIGGEST HUG !!!!
If anyone wants to know where Bruce Lee got his "be like water my friend" from, it was likely from Taoism haha. He was a very genuine student of ancient Chinese Philosophy and applied it in all aspects of his life
Cosmic Onion (Vegan NonDuality) I wouldn't say likely, I would say definitely. The dao de jing refers to water many times. Bruce Lee came to mind immediately after the first time I read that wonderful, life changing text. Lau Tzu, whoever you were, thank you!
Grant Engroff yes i know and i am also 99% sure he got it from taoism but im just saying, unless there is a record of him actually saying that himself, we cannot ‘definitely’ know lol. For such an insightful and smart guy, Bruce Lee could definitely have observed water this way all on his own.
Cosmic Onion (Vegan NonDuality) Agreed, I shouldn't have said definitely. I shouldn't have presented my opinion as a fact. 99% is a much better way of putting it seeing how we can't prove it. I also agree that his fascinating perspective on this thing we call life could have easily led him to see water this way. Thank you for pointing that out, I still have a small amount of ego left to get rid of lol.
I don't believe this is that case. I'm sure much of his philosophy came from Taoism, but his line about water flowing and crashing, and fitting the form of the receptacle in which it's poured is lifted almost word for word from the Book of Five Rings by Miyamoto Musashi.
The compassion of water bathes and nurtures all sentient beings. The justice of water purges defilement. The courage of water tenderly subdues the stubborn. The wisdom of water makes rivers flow. Ch'an Master Hsing Yun
Thats Insane. Sikh’s Scripture(Guru Granth Sahib) says similar quality of water!! This proves that truth is not exclusive to any one faith community or religion. Truth is one ☝️
Another great example of that is the significance of the word Breath across religions. Breath of life on christianity the word for soul in sanskrit roughly translating to Breath. Breath in taoism, buddhism, hinduism and christianity, and islam! We're not all that different. It's like we're all in a chapel looking at the same light outside, just through different windows
@@48.xdvedantgadiyar73 Reminds me of 3 videos I saw covering 3 Metallica albums, and all of them had the same riffs as 4-5 other songs by other bands. Every musician in the comments said "it's not plagiarism, there's just only so many combinations of notes you can make."
I think for the "timing with great precision" the key there is that water is never anywhere else but in the now. And since it's always in the now it is aware of the present moment; being engulfed in the present moment you have the power to react to exterior stimulus in a healthy and advantageous way. Since everything in life is connected, and mixes and mingles with each other. You want to make sure you're not in the future moving too fast, or lost in the past slowed and weighed down. Therefore the present is best, acting in accordance with the harmony of the present moment by having "timing with great precision." love your channel by the way. Thank you for all your wisdom. Namaste
Great video as always. I just finished my first month at Master Yuan’s school and today I met Master Gu while renewing my visa. Knew him because of your videos man! Pretty cool experience. Keep up the great work!
Amazing video! Keep on creating and inspiring, I’ve been reading and learning more about taoism ever since i found your channel, it’s very helpful since i’m very anxious and tend to overthink a lot. Love from the Philippines 🇵🇭
I`m anticipating more content like this. Water is in deed, something you can think and meditate about, a lot. Interesting philosophy. Keep it up, THUMBS UP!!!!
Bro this might be some of the most interesting content I have found on TH-cam so far, and honestly Im seriously thinking about going where you've been after I finish my Uni
“Timing with great precision” can be best understood if you think about pushing a child on a swing. Push at the right time to get a positive effect, push at the wrong time you get a negative effect. Be ever present so you are ready to push at the most positive moment.
the symbol for water and that for person . bamboo and rice ate four great characters to begin painting with a brush. water. your doing a great job making ancient text visible in a modern world. Andrew Hibberd
Water has memory and feeling as when played heavy dark music it distorts the structure.And when played beautiful music it make these amazing geometric designs. Lovely place and like Stephen Mitchell translation of this amazing book of wisdom. Your voice is so lovely to listen too.
Adapt is the most important one for me. Take on any shape like water as Bruce Lee said. Even if you think of Darwin survival of the fittest really meant those species that adapted the best survived.
‘Timing with great precision’: I’ve wondered if maybe it’s a reflection (‘scuse the pun) of upon discovery of an opening, a crack in the rock, water ‘with precision’ surges through. Dunno though. I find the whole thing is like trying to dance gracefully in the dark.
Thats so awesome! Memory palace! Dude, you are living true inspiration. Hey man, maybe you can ask around. There is a lot of social media battling on the vegan agenda. I would love to see the opinions of a few Taoists on the situation of the morals of the vegan agenda and the completely content meat eaters.
George, please, why did you choose Derek Lin's translation of the Tao Te King? As I commented, I'm comparing several translations and just want to understand your choice.
Hello! :) I've been very interested in Taoism. Are there any books you'd recommend to help me? Your videos have strengthened my interest in Taoism. I feel SOOOOO drawn towards it!
Hi George, I was wondering if you had any links on how to study at the temple you're studying at? Do you know of any good books or resources to deepen my practice with Taoism?
I am curious because it is something that I am currently facing. What does the Tao Te Ching say about setting boundaries? I tend to give to the point where it harms myself. Does this mean I am not adapting to the glass so to speak? I understand what it is to be protean, it is the solid parts I am not so strong with. Thank you for your videos they bring me great peace of mind and clarity.
George gege ne thai hola i m so impressed by you can you give me a favour i m doing martial arts but i can t concentrate on it so i want to expand my inner will power how can i do
Hey George, thanks for this amazing video. Could you tell me the name of the song at the end of the video? Thanks a lot. Greetings from Mainz/Germany :)
No Wu Wei this week - been doing lots thinking but no filming yet. Stay tuned. There’s so much we can learn from water, I hope you enjoy this episode!
I would like to come. Can you tell me average monthly cost etc?
Understand fully sir
Now days, science is saying that water has memory too!
Hi can you tell how to join the Academy?
Chris Mokusiga look at the masters website
Why not attempt a brief commentary on each of the Tao Te Ching's 81 sections? A worthy endeavor! Keep 'em coming!
🚰🦀😜☯️ another gem, thanks - and love your memory palace!
Thank you for watching!
''But do not name it my friend, for it's like water; nothing can overcome water, yet it can overcome rock. It does not fight; it moves around the opponent. - Jet Li, Forbidden kingdom.
beautiful!
Thanks for sharing! Have an awesome day!
Quality of water;
1.Softness.
2.Flexibility.
3.benifit to other without intension of returning.
This all quality is quality of " Love and compassion ".
That s all good and nice but don t we forget the distractive power of water in floods, Tsunami and such catastrophes??? The only thing we can take from this is that nature is not good or bad , but indifferent to our feelings, plans and choices. I think calling the Tao good or goodness might be a misunderstanding.
"Be water, my friend." -Bruce Lee
Now you put water into a cup, it becomes the cup
You put water in a teapot, it becomes the teapot.
@@kotathetragic9738 True the teapot is not a teapot without water it is only a common boundary.
FIRST QUOTE I THOUGHT OF WHEN I SAW THIS VID.
Your words are incredibly moving. I am sitting on my couch and tears are flowing and I’m so great full for coming across your videos. You’re in inspiration.
I am a formal practitioner of Wing Chun since 1990, but I am a practicing Taoist, without really knowing it, since I was about 5. I only wish I could post here my tribute to Taoism. thank you for bringing unto the world, the way.
Exactly what I needed to see today!!!!!!!!! Thank you SO much for this!!!!
glad you enjoyed Lynn!
LOVE YOU GEORGE AND MASTER GU, I TRULY ENVY; IN A GOOD WAY; FOR THE WAY YOU LIVE YOUR LIFE AND NOT TO FORGET THE BEAUITFUL; PLACES IN CHINA, THANK YOU FOR SHARING AND EDUCATING PEOPLE ABOUT CHINA AND ITS CULTURE ENCOMPASS WITH SUCH ANCIENT WISDOM AND PHILOSOPHY !!!💖💖💖💖💖💖💖 MY FRIEND, YOU ARE AN OLD SOUL. EMBRACE IT ALL !!!! ONE DAY OUR PATHS WILL CROSS, AND WHEN IT DOSE, MY FRIEND I WILL GIVE YOU THE BIGGEST HUG !!!!
I learned more from this lecture than all the books. Well presented. So much information! Thank you! I can’t say it enough.🙏🏻
If anyone wants to know where Bruce Lee got his "be like water my friend" from, it was likely from Taoism haha. He was a very genuine student of ancient Chinese Philosophy and applied it in all aspects of his life
Cosmic Onion (Vegan NonDuality) I wouldn't say likely, I would say definitely. The dao de jing refers to water many times. Bruce Lee came to mind immediately after the first time I read that wonderful, life changing text. Lau Tzu, whoever you were, thank you!
Grant Engroff yes i know and i am also 99% sure he got it from taoism but im just saying, unless there is a record of him actually saying that himself, we cannot ‘definitely’ know lol. For such an insightful and smart guy, Bruce Lee could definitely have observed water this way all on his own.
Cosmic Onion (Vegan NonDuality) Agreed, I shouldn't have said definitely. I shouldn't have presented my opinion as a fact. 99% is a much better way of putting it seeing how we can't prove it. I also agree that his fascinating perspective on this thing we call life could have easily led him to see water this way. Thank you for pointing that out, I still have a small amount of ego left to get rid of lol.
Grant Engroff i think we all have some ego to still go through haha 🙌
I don't believe this is that case. I'm sure much of his philosophy came from Taoism, but his line about water flowing and crashing, and fitting the form of the receptacle in which it's poured is lifted almost word for word from the Book of Five Rings by Miyamoto Musashi.
I am a Chinese and I am inspired by your story. Keep it up the good work!
Wow. Never thought about the depth that each chapter of the Dao de Jing had. Thank you for sharing George 🙏🏻
Great message! Kindness and generousity are the most precious things 😊
The compassion of water bathes and nurtures all sentient beings.
The justice of water purges defilement.
The courage of water tenderly subdues the stubborn.
The wisdom of water makes rivers flow.
Ch'an Master Hsing Yun
身为中国人，我对你感到无限的敬佩啊！加油！:-D
Thats Insane. Sikh’s Scripture(Guru Granth Sahib) says similar quality of water!! This proves that truth is not exclusive to any one faith community or religion. Truth is one ☝️
The one Truth known by many names ♡♡♡
@ya yaya Do you have proof? I don't think Confucian thoughts are copied
@@antiimperialists4633 Dude , same thoughts occur without plagiarism.
Another great example of that is the significance of the word Breath across religions. Breath of life on christianity the word for soul in sanskrit roughly translating to Breath. Breath in taoism, buddhism, hinduism and christianity, and islam! We're not all that different. It's like we're all in a chapel looking at the same light outside, just through different windows
@@48.xdvedantgadiyar73 Reminds me of 3 videos I saw covering 3 Metallica albums, and all of them had the same riffs as 4-5 other songs by other bands. Every musician in the comments said "it's not plagiarism, there's just only so many combinations of notes you can make."
I think for the "timing with great precision" the key there is that water is never anywhere else but in the now. And since it's always in the now it is aware of the present moment; being engulfed in the present moment you have the power to react to exterior stimulus in a healthy and advantageous way. Since everything in life is connected, and mixes and mingles with each other. You want to make sure you're not in the future moving too fast, or lost in the past slowed and weighed down. Therefore the present is best, acting in accordance with the harmony of the present moment by having "timing with great precision."
love your channel by the way. Thank you for all your wisdom. Namaste
Great video as always. I just finished my first month at Master Yuan’s school and today I met Master Gu while renewing my visa. Knew him because of your videos man! Pretty cool experience. Keep up the great work!
nice.greetings from Greece.
You and your channel deserve atleast 20.000.000 subs. You're such a great person.
God bless you. You are an inspiration.
I came across this channel by accident but so glad I found it. Love these videos and I'm learning so much. Thanks for the lessons!
Wow this video really help me in getting more and more interested with this Daoism. Thanks for masking greatest video and explanation
This has given me a new feeling of selflessness, thank you
Im in love with your channel! Keep rocking! Lots of love to you and your master
This is so packed full of incredible information. Well done
Once again George, an amazing video!
this was always one of my favorite sets of sayings from the Dao. how water shows wu wei and is the best friend.
He is Crispy Spirited... Love that!!!!🤗🔌
Amazing video! Keep on creating and inspiring, I’ve been reading and learning more about taoism ever since i found your channel, it’s very helpful since i’m very anxious and tend to overthink a lot. Love from the Philippines 🇵🇭
nice video! really like Chinese ancient culture. Hope to see more videos like It.
I`m anticipating more content like this. Water is in deed, something you can think and meditate about, a lot. Interesting philosophy. Keep it up, THUMBS UP!!!!
Love this George
These videos brighten my day with all the knowledge!
glad you enjoyed my friend!
Another masterpiece. I also try to be like water in my weaker moments. As water to me is also pure strength. Gentle but indestructible. 🙇♀️
Bro this might be some of the most interesting content I have found on TH-cam so far, and honestly Im seriously thinking about going where you've been after I finish my Uni
The narration is like beautiful cinematography! Good job, George!!!!
thanks Tommy!!
Do you know if that hermit Daoist called Jia Yong Xiang, is still living? And if so where to go and find him?
I will watch again, with more attention. Great job young man.
Wow i got so many things about water. Thank you.. i am going to share your video on fb and whats up status and fb story.
Love your channel and this series!!!! Keep it up my friend!
I am the water that flows...spreading peace and love wherever she goes 🌊 🌊🌊🌊
The one about timing with precision, definitely is about being in the present moment ;) love your videos by the way!
Simple yet a complex chapter. Nice keeping it to the point. It’s easy to talk about water for hours!😀
Love your channel, George! I subscribed.
Great job with your studies! Keep up the good work, and be well.
Thanks for sharing this with the world. Very inspiring🙏
That's one of my favorite chapters. But they are all so amazing!!!
Water always flows with the path of least resistance yet carves away the hardest of stone. obstacles do not stop its flow they shape its path
This video is a work of art✨
“Timing with great precision” can be best understood if you think about pushing a child on a swing. Push at the right time to get a positive effect, push at the wrong time you get a negative effect.
Be ever present so you are ready to push at the most positive moment.
great as always keep doin it !
Love this approach, going through each line of the 道德经
good stuff! Thanks again, George!
we can learn so much from the natural world
Wonderful; thank you.
the symbol for water and that for person . bamboo and rice ate four great characters to begin painting with a brush.
water. your doing a great job making ancient text visible in a modern world.
Andrew Hibberd
Interesting stuff Andrew.
Thank you, it's a pleasure!
Valuable lessons, thank you for posting.
my pleasure, glad you found it useful :)
You are doing an amazing job George !!! I got interested in Taoism lately and youtube recommended you channel. Karmic connection I say.
Yay Water Cave! More of that beautiful place with some Zen like music.
Your personality gives your content wings - keep discovering :)
Gracias maestro me gusta komo explica bendiciones
Love your videos!
Water has memory and feeling as when played heavy dark music it distorts the structure.And when played beautiful music it make these amazing geometric designs.
Lovely place and like Stephen Mitchell translation of this amazing book of wisdom.
Your voice is so lovely to listen too.
Yes I've done some interesting reading in that, absolutely fascinating!
Glad you enjoyed friend.
Amazing thanks George!
my pleasure!
I have a pocket size version of the tao teh ching, that was originally my fathers (he did not raise me). It's my treasure. It goes with me everywhere.
awesome!!
Adapt is the most important one for me. Take on any shape like water as Bruce Lee said. Even if you think of Darwin survival of the fittest really meant those species that adapted the best survived.
I especially enjoyed the "be like water" advice. My boss just told me I was being made redundant.... so I pissed all over his shoes.
Can you please make a video like this for other chapters in the Dao! This helped me understand it so much easier haha
Well made and majestic video 😌 It is full of timeless knowledge sir 😌☯️
Be Water My Friend. 📿🙏
Thank you for sharing this video. It found me at just the right liminal space.
Perfect video! Thanks!
glad you enjoyed :)
Wonderful video. Could you make more video of Tao Te Ching
i needed this bro shoutout spiritual so
Great video sir! keep up the great work!
glad you enjoyed! thank you :)
Beautiful vlog. Well done.
glad you enjoyed!
great chapter shifu.
it's a powerful one!
‘Timing with great precision’: I’ve wondered if maybe it’s a reflection (‘scuse the pun) of upon discovery of an opening, a crack in the rock, water ‘with precision’ surges through.
Dunno though. I find the whole thing is like trying to dance gracefully in the dark.
What's up George awesome freaking video very educational brother😎💜💜💜👋
really glad you enjoyed!
excellent
This is so incredibly interesting! :D
Love it 💖
I really like you videos
Thats so awesome! Memory palace! Dude, you are living true inspiration. Hey man, maybe you can ask around. There is a lot of social media battling on the vegan agenda. I would love to see the opinions of a few Taoists on the situation of the morals of the vegan agenda and the completely content meat eaters.
Running water never goes stale. Be water my friend
george thompson what translation of the Tao do you use... thank you
George, please, why did you choose Derek Lin's translation of the Tao Te King? As I commented, I'm comparing several translations and just want to understand your choice.
Which version of the Dao do you recommend for people to read?
Hello! :) I've been very interested in Taoism. Are there any books you'd recommend to help me? Your videos have strengthened my interest in Taoism. I feel SOOOOO drawn towards it!
Hi George, I was wondering if you had any links on how to study at the temple you're studying at? Do you know of any good books or resources to deepen my practice with Taoism?
Can I have that book
I am curious because it is something that I am currently facing. What does the Tao Te Ching say about setting boundaries? I tend to give to the point where it harms myself. Does this mean I am not adapting to the glass so to speak? I understand what it is to be protean, it is the solid parts I am not so strong with. Thank you for your videos they bring me great peace of mind and clarity.
Hi, do you plan another Q and A video? Thanks for answer
I wasn't planning one but let me see what I can do!
George gege ne thai hola i m so impressed by you can you give me a favour i m doing martial arts but i can t concentrate on it so i want to expand my inner will power how can i do
Hey George,
thanks for this amazing video. Could you tell me the name of the song at the end of the video?
Thanks a lot. Greetings from Mainz/Germany :)
Thanks, content is good water for thought. Can you or anyone share an online link or source to the 81 chapters of Tao tse Cheng.
M
Unconditional love. Become one. Those are all from daodejing.
Hey George, what do you think is the best translation for the Tao te Ching? Thanks
Check out the description for book recommendations!