Tao Te Ching, as stated, 4th c. BCE
Ancient / Classical · stated scope
The Tao Te Ching is a classical Chinese text attributed to the figure Laozi, consisting of 81 short chapters written in verse and prose. It is traditionally dated to the 4th century BCE and originates from the Zhou dynasty period of ancient China. It is principally associated with Taoism as its foundational scripture.
Cluster:Faithful Observance
Sanctity & Transcendence is the strongest elevation, joined by Tradition & Continuity, Assigned Groups, and Non-Maleficence. The pattern is devout and role-ordered, with restraint. Elevated Non-Maleficence is what separates it from Ordered Tradition.
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