The Penumbra Unbound: The Neo-Taoist Philosophy of Guo Xiang

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What questions remain unanswered?

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The provided passages do not contain information about which specific questions remain unanswered in "The Penumbra Unbound." The passages describe the book's content, focusing on Guo Xiang's philosophy of freedom and spontaneity, his reinterpretation of the Tao as "nothing," and the implications of his thought on freedom versus determinism in comparison to Western philosophers [1].

While the passages detail what the book explores, they do not list any unresolved questions or areas that the book leaves open for further inquiry [1].

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Title: The Penumbra Unbound by Brook Ziporyn Description: The Penumbra Unbound is the first English language book-length study of the Neo-Taoist thinker Guo Xiang (d. 312 C.E.), commentator on the classic Taoist text, the Zhuangzi. The author explores Guo's philosophy of freedom and spontaneity, explains its coherence and importance, and shows its influence on later Chinese philosophy, particularly Chan Buddhism. The implications of his thought on freedom versus determinism are also considered in comparison to several positions advanced in the history of Western philosophy, notably those of…
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ication beyond their own temporary being. Categories: Religion Pages: 197 Snippet: The Penumbra Unbound is the first English language book-length study of the Neo-Taoist thinker Guo Xiang (d. 312 C.E.), commentator on the classic Taoist text, the Zhuangzi.
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