Three Early Russian Documents about the Daodejing: An Analysis

It has been nearly 200 years since the Daodejing and Daoist thought was first introduced to Russia in half of 19th century. Although study philosophy Laozi started relatively late, most translated classic Chinese culture Russia. The early dissemination deeply influenced by government religion, there were some controversial neglected materials that difficult verify due lack documents manuscripts. For example, translation manuscript almost become a rare book is impossible find inconvenient read; authorship article introducing Laozi’s remains mystery; complete completed Japanese theologian living Russia, but it not received enough research attention. insufficient on studies had negative impact Therefore, this paper, basis various documentary references, aims conduct an in-depth analysis paying particular attention three Russian century about Daodejing, namely, Daodejing. A detailed review these can help correct misconceptions misunderstandings and, extent, reveal characteristics