What do you think are the classics that best represent the essence of China's ancient ideology and culture?

In my opinion, the Classic of Tao Te Ching written by Laozi is the most representative of the essence of China culture among the ancient books in China.

China's culture is profound, and the most influential is the traditional culture represented by Confucianism, Buddhism and Taoism. Confucianism, Buddhism and Taoism are self-contained and integrated, which is also a major feature of China culture. The Taoist classic Tao Te Ching best represents the essence of China traditional culture. There are four main reasons.

First of all, from a recognized standpoint. There are numerous ancient books in China, but few of them can be called classics. Their contents are widely recognized, such as Yijing and Tanjing, and most of them are Buddhist works. Tao Te Ching stands out among so many classics and is recognized as the king of all classics, which proves its status.

Secondly, in terms of content. Although the Tao Te Ching has only a short span of more than 5,000 words, it is rich in content, all-encompassing and profound. Discuss the ways of self-cultivation, keeping the family in order, governing the country, using troops and keeping in good health in short language, including philosophy, politics, law, military affairs, physics and other disciplines. After reading the Analects of Confucius, I found that the Analects only expanded the concept in the Tao Te Ching! It can be said that Tao Te Ching is a wonderful book, and now many things can find their origins in it.

Third, from a practical point of view. The author insists on reading a chapter of Tao Te Ching every day, so far I don't know how many times. I really feel the unique charm of Tao Te Ching. My words and deeds have undergone subtle changes, and I know how to behave in a natural way, in a natural way and in a human nature.

Finally, in terms of the number of issues. According to the statistics of UNESCO, Tao Te Ching is the most famous Chinese book translated into foreign languages except the Bible, which is comparable to other ancient books. In some Arab countries, Tao Te Ching is so popular that almost every family collects one. A foreigner said that he found God in the Tao Te Ching. If you can speak the Tao Te Ching, you are a guest!