Wendao (三慢问道) is a Daodejing / Tao Te Ching reading and AI reflection product by Elian, available on the web and as an iPhone / iPad app. It combines 81 chapters, a Mawangdui Silk B base reading, Chinese pinyin, line-by-line meaning, 81 bilingual everyday comics and chapter-grounded AI conversations.
Try it on the web or return with the app
| Feature | H5 / Web | iPhone / iPad |
|---|---|---|
| Chapter library / 章节库 | 81 章 · Chinese / English | 81 章 · Chinese / English |
| Offline chapter text / 离线正文 | Online browser / 浏览器联网阅读 | Bundled text / 内置正文 |
| Comics / 漫画 | 81 bilingual stories / 81 个双语故事 | Online on demand / 联网按需加载 |
| AI | Sign in · online / 登录并联网 | Sign in · online / 登录并联网 |
| Purchases / 购买 | Through iPhone / iPad app / 通过 App | Apple in-app purchase / Apple 内购 |
The web edition opens in a browser and makes trying and sharing reading easy. The iPhone / iPad app bundles all 81 chapter texts for offline reading; comics load online on demand and AI requires an internet connection. Use the same account for corresponding membership access across editions. They share a chapter library, but web updates may precede App Store releases. Features depend on the installed version.
Download the official app
App Store · Wendao ↗ · App ID 6796945428
The Chinese App Store page was checked on 2026-11-05 and displayed version 1.9.10. This is a public listing check, not an installation test. Availability depends on region and device.
What is free? Do I need a subscription for AI?
Today's recommended chapter is free, and you may deliberately keep 10 more chapters free on this device. Browsing or searching the directory does not use a slot. Public comics and essays require no sign-in. Sign in for 3 free AI questions per day, resetting at 00:00 UTC. Companion members have unlimited questions, subject to reasonable concurrency, rate and abuse safeguards.
How does Permanent Reading differ from Companion?
Permanent Reading is a one-time purchase of access to all 81 chapters; your 3 daily free AI questions remain available after sign-in. Unlimited AI, automatic memory and weekly reflections require a separate monthly or annual Companion subscription, which also includes all chapters. Check the in-app screen for local prices, benefits and renewal terms. Web purchases currently go through the iPhone / iPad app.