# TaoOfWisdom — The Tao Te Ching by Lao Tzu

> A digital rendition of Lao Tzu's Tao Te Ching with artistic photography. (iPhone/iPad app by Vicente Malixi.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/taoofwisdom/id493759939 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Vicente Malixi](https://appshunter.io/developer/355896066)
- Category: Books, Lifestyle
- Price: $2.99
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 19 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 42 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-01-13
- Data updated: 2026-08-25
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/taoofwisdom/id493759939/reviews.md

## What is TaoOfWisdom?

For people who think there's more to life than cable news, blogs, work, family, gadgets. Find the calmness underneath. Wade through the vastness. Be grounded amidst Life's uncertainties. Peek from a transformed point of view.

Long, long ago, before Lao Tzu left the imperial kingdom, he was asked by a gatekeeper to impart his wisdom before the world lost him altogether. What he left behind was the Tao Te Ching. 

This version tries its best to capture the breath, meaning, poetry, depth and otherworldliness that Lao Tzu was pointing to, framed in the poignant pictures of artist-photographer Dollie Rubiano. 

Available as a universal app in beautiful layout for both iPad and iPhone/iPod Touch versions, it is free for all to share, to be enlightened, to be enjoyed.

Swipe or tap at a page's side to go through the pages. Tap in the middle to hide/show the menu. Quickly go to the page you want via the Contents listing or via your own saved Lookup Tabs. Quickly bookmark a page by tapping on the bookmark icon. Just as briskly go back to your bookmarked page by tapping on the Go-To-Bookmark Arrow.

## Key features

- Tao Te Ching text
- Poignant illustrations
- Intuitive page navigation
- Content listing for quick access
- Bookmark functionality
- Universal app for iPhone and iPad

## Recent user reviews (10 of 19)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/taoofwisdom/id493759939/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Excellent translation! Wish I could get a PDF.

*2017-04-27*

I have read this for many years, it is my favourite translation. I would love to have this on iBooks as a ePub or PDF, so that I can listen to it via text to speech; or to have the app allow VoiceOver to read its text. Regardless, I am thankful for this iOS 10 update.

### 1/5 — Broken

*2016-09-21*

Does not work on iPhone 7. Does not use the full screen. Low resolution. 

Clunky graphics must be an issue across all devices.

I doubt the credibility of the other reviews.

### 5/5 — Well done!

*2016-04-13*

To paraphrase a thought of Osho, true meaning can often be experienced in the space between the words (and pictures).

### 5/5 — Thank you for making the Tao Te Ching so accessible!

*2015-08-31*

I love this application! I have never read other English versions of the Tao Te Ching to which I could compare, but I feel this is a well written version that is easy to understand. I will note that the Tao itself, with it's abstract concepts, is probably not easily understood by most people. However, it becomes quite clear when a person is ready to "listen" to the message of the Tao.

As for the images, I think some are well matched while others do not follow as well with the messages conveyed in text.

### 5/5 — Wonderful Version

*2014-05-24*

Wonderful version of the Tao Te Ching :)

### 5/5 — Wonderful

*2013-12-07*

Beautiful design makes it real pleasure to read.

### 2/5 — Gimmick photos

*2013-11-05*

This would be a truly great app if there weren't cheesy photos to defeat and draw focus away from the passages. If there's some way to purchase a version without the pictures, I'll pay for it. Hold on to the center.

### 5/5 — Bravo

*2013-08-16*

Many thanks for your efforts in the creation of this App.  This brings the goal of peace and contentment literally to my finger tips and straight to my heart.

### 4/5 — Tab Crash

*2013-05-29*

I absolutely love it. However, for whatever reason, when I open the Tab page the app crashes. Please fix?

### 4/5 — Good app

*2013-05-19*

It is easy to read and I loved the translation selected.I found the pictures a bit distracting but it could be different for others.

## Frequently asked questions about TaoOfWisdom

### What is TaoOfWisdom?

TaoOfWisdom is a digital application that presents the Tao Te Ching by Lao Tzu, enhanced with poignant pictures by artist-photographer Dollie Rubiano. It aims to provide a serene and insightful reading experience for users seeking philosophical depth.

### How much does TaoOfWisdom cost?

TaoOfWisdom is available for a one-time purchase of $2.99. This grants you access to the full content and features of the application.

### What devices are compatible with TaoOfWisdom?

TaoOfWisdom is a universal app, meaning it is designed to work seamlessly on both iPhone and iPad devices, offering a consistent experience across Apple's mobile platforms.

### Is TaoOfWisdom suitable for children?

TaoOfWisdom has an age rating of 4+, indicating it is generally suitable for younger audiences. The content focuses on philosophical and spiritual themes.

### How often is TaoOfWisdom updated?

The application was last updated on October 3, 2024, with version 4.0. This suggests ongoing maintenance and potential improvements to the app.

### Does TaoOfWisdom have ads?

No, TaoOfWisdom does not contain advertisements. As a paid application, it offers an uninterrupted reading experience without any in-app ads.

### Can I bookmark pages in TaoOfWisdom?

Yes, TaoOfWisdom features a bookmark icon that allows you to quickly save your favorite pages. You can also easily return to your bookmarked page using the Go-To-Bookmark Arrow.

### How do I navigate through the text in TaoOfWisdom?

Navigation is intuitive in TaoOfWisdom. You can swipe or tap on the side of a page to move between pages. Tapping the center of the screen reveals or hides the menu, and you can access specific pages via the Contents listing or saved Lookup Tabs.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.0 — 2024-10-03

Updated for iOS 16.

### 3.3 — 2021-01-17

Updated for iOS 13 and above. Improved navigation UI to be more intuitive and stable.

### 2 — 2017-04-21

Added support for iOS 10

### 1.1 — 2012-01-21

Text changes and additions.

### 1.0 — 2012-01-13

No release notes.

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