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The Tao Of Pooh
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Essay Topics
What is the Cottleston Pie Principle? What does the principle imply about Inner Nature?
Summarize the parable of the stonecutter and explain how the story relates to Taoist thought.
What is the difference between the Bisy Backson and the Uncarved Block? Which of these concepts reflect Taoist thought?
What is Wu Wei? How does Pooh misinterpret Wu Wei?
What does Lao-tse call “the first treasure”? How does Piglet exemplify “the first treasure” when Owl’s house falls down?
What is “the Great Secret”? What examples of the concept does Hoff include in The Tao of Pooh?
How are the Puritans connected to the Bisy Backsons? What has resulted from the Puritans’ efforts, according to Hoff?
How does the Taoist martial art Tai Chi Ch’uan reflect the Wu Wei approach to conflict resolution?
Explain this quotation from the Tao Te Ching: “Tao does not do, but nothing is not done.”
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