Lao Tzu, an influential figure in ancient China, is recognized as the founder of Daoism (Taoism) and is traditionally credited with authoring the 'Tao Te Ching,' a fundamental text for Daoist philosophy.

Rōshi wa kodai Chūgoku ni okeru eikyouryoku no aru jinbutsu de ari, Dōkyō no sōshisha to shira rete ori, dentōteki ni 'dōtokukyō' no chosha to sa reru, Dōkyō tetsugaku no kihon-teki na tekisuto desu.

老子は古代中国における影響力のある人物であり、道教の創始者として知られており、伝統的に『道徳経』の著者とされる、道教哲学の基本的なテキストです。

While there is debate about his historical existence and the details of his life, Lao Tzu is generally believed to have lived during the 6th century BCE, contemporaneously with Confucius.

Kare no rekishiteki sonzai to kare no jinsei no shōsai ni tsuite giron wa aru ga, Rōshi wa ippanteki ni kigenzen 6 seiki ni Kōshi to dōji ni ikite ita to shinjirarete iru.

彼の歴史的存在と彼の人生の詳細について議論はあるが、老子は一般的に紀元前6世紀に孔子と同時に生きていたと信じられている。

His teachings emphasize the importance of living in harmony with the Dao (Tao), which translates to 'the Way' — a fundamental principle that underlies the universe and guides moral behavior.

Kare no oshie wa, uchū no konpon-teki na gensoku de ari, dōtoku-teki kōdō o michibiku 'dō' (Tao) to chōwa shite ikiru koto no jūyōsei o kyōchō shiteimasu.

彼の教えは、宇宙の根本的な原則であり、道徳的行動を導く「道」（タオ）と調和して生きることの重要性を強調しています。

Lao Tzu's philosophy advocates for simplicity, humility, and compassion, promoting a life that is aligned with nature and the cyclical patterns of the world.

Rōshi no tetsugaku wa, kanketsu sa, kenkyo sa, soshite omoiyari o jūshi shi, shizen ya sekai no junkan-teki na patān ni sotta seikatsu o sokushin shimasu.

老子的哲学は、簡潔さ、謙虚さ、そして思いやりを重視し、自然や世界の循環的なパターンに沿った生活を促進します。

He contrasts with Confucianism, which emphasizes social order and duty, by encouraging spontaneity and the relinquishing of desires.

Kare wa, shakai chitsujo ya gimu o jūshi suru Jukyō to taishō-teki de ari, jihatsusei to yokubō no hōki o shōrei shimasu.

彼は、社会秩序や義務を重視する儒教と対照的であり、自発性と欲望の放棄を奨励します。

The 'Tao Te Ching' articulates these ideas through poetic verses, providing guidance on governance, personal conduct, and the cultivation of virtue.

Dōtokukyō wa korera no kangae o shiteki na shiku o tsūjite hyōgen shi, tōchi, kojin no kōdō, soshite toku no ikusei ni kansuru shishin o teikyō shimasu.

『道徳経』はこれらの考えを詩的な詩句を通じて表現し、統治、個人の行動、そして徳の育成に関する指針を提供します。

Although little is known about his personal life, Lao Tzu's impact on Chinese culture, philosophy, and religion has been profound, influencing various schools of thought and practices, including Buddhism and Chinese medicine.

Kare no shiseikatsu ni tsuite wa hotondo shirarete inai ga, Rōshi no Chūgoku bunka, tetsugaku, shūkyō e no eikyō wa shinen de ari, Bukkyō ya Chūgoku igaku o fukumu samazama na shisō ya jissen ni eikyō o ataeteimasu.

彼の私生活についてはほとんど知られていないが、老子の中国文化、哲学、宗教への影響は深遠であり、仏教や中国医学を含むさまざまな思想や実践に影響を与えています。

His teachings remain relevant today, inspiring individuals to seek balance and understanding in their lives through the principles of Daoism.

Kare no oshie wa kyō ni mo relevant de ari, Dōkyō no gensoku o tsūjite, jibun no seikatsu ni oite baransu to rikai o motomeru hitobito ni insupirēshon o ataeteimasu.

彼の教えは今日でも relevant であり、道教の原則を通じて、自分の生活においてバランスと理解を求める人々にインスピレーションを与えています。