Book cover for The Lunar Tao: Meditations in Harmony with the Seasons by Ming-Dao Deng

The Lunar Tao

Meditations in Harmony with the Seasons

2013 Released
13-14 Hours
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HarperOneISBN 9780062205919

From Taosim expert Ming-Dao Deng comes The Lunar Tao: Meditations in Harmony with the Seasons, bringing to life the Chinese Lunar Calendar via the prism of Taoism.

In The Lunar Tao, each day of the Lunar year is represented with a reading meditation, beautiful Chinese illustrations, and interesting facts about the festivals and traditions, providing readers with the context that gives Taoism such depth and resonance.

Ming-Dao Deng, the bestselling author of 365 Tao: Daily Meditations, shows how to bring the tenets of Taoism into everyday life.


Grounded in ancient Chinese wisdom, this daily companion invites you to align your spiritual practice with the rhythm of the seasons.


  • Daily Meditations: A thoughtful reading for every single day of the Chinese lunar year, offering moments for quiet reflection and insight.
  • Harmony with the Seasons: Discover how to connect your personal energy with the cycles of nature, from the first moon of spring to the depths of winter.
  • Ancient Wisdom and Culture: Explore the rich context of Chinese festivals, traditions, and philosophy—including insights from Laozi and Zhuangzi—that give Taoism its depth.
  • Spiritual Awakening: A gentle, year-long guide for anyone on a spiritual path, created by Ming-Dao Deng, the beloved author of 365 Tao, to help you find your own way to enlightenment.

Ming-Dao Deng

Deng Ming-Dao is the author of eight books, including 365 Tao, The Living I Ching, Chronicles of Tao, Everyday Tao, and Scholar Warrior. His books have been translated into fifteen languages. He lives in San Francisco.

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