Synthesized answer
The provided passages describe the Classic of the Way and Virtue by Laozi (Tao-te Ching) as the most famous and influential Taoist text, traditionally attributed to Lao Tzu, a supposed contemporary of Confucius [1].
The passages do not contain information about the practical implications of this text.
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From the book
Title: The Classic of the Way and Virtue by Laozi Description: The most famous and influential Taoist text, the Tao-te Ching is traditionally attributed to Lao Tzu, supposedly a contemporary of Confucius (551-471 B.C). Categories: History Pages: 260 Snippet: The most famous and influential Taoist text, the Tao-te Ching is traditionally attributed to Lao Tzu, supposedly a contemporary of Confucius (551-471 B.C).