A Systematic Model of Dao's Temporality

This paper offers a systematic perspective on Dao's temporality by examining two distinct structures: a dynamic, enduring aspect and a static, eternal one. Employing a narrative model, I analyze these structures through three interconnected concepts: the eternal Dao, the enduring Dao, and mediating quality. This model resolves the apparent tension between Dao's eternal nature and its capacity to generate a changing universe. I argue that the enduring Dao, while grounded in the eternal Dao, is crucial for understanding Dao's dynamic engagement with time, contingency, and the emergence of harmony from chaos.