…the more you talk of it, the less you understand.
LAOZIAn integral being knows without going, sees without looking, and accomplishes without doing.
More Laozi Quotes
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The Master doesn’t seek fulfillment. For only those who are not full are able to be used which brings the feeling of completeness.
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With virtue and quietness one may conquer the world.
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Not praising the deserving prevents envy.
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Why is the sea king of a hundred streams? Because it lies below them… If the sage would guide the people, he must serve with humility. If he would lead them, he must follow behind. In this way when the sage rules, the people will not feel oppressed.
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Loss is not as bad as wanting more.
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What resists, persists.
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A good artist lets his intuition lead him wherever it wants.
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For the wise man looks into space and he knows there is no limited dimensions.
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If a person seems wicked, do not cast him away. Awaken him with your words, elevate him with your deeds, repay his injury with your kindness. Do not cast him away; cast away his wickedness.
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Every step is on the path.
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Excellent warriors are not violent.
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When virtue is lost, benevolence appears, when benevolence is lost right conduct appears, when right conduct is lost, expedience appears. Expediency is the mere shadow of right and truth; it is the beginning of disorder.
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The seed of mystery lies in muddy water. How can I perceive this mystery? Water becomes clear through stillness. How can I become still? By flowing with the stream.
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Take [preventive] action before things happen. Establish order before disorder has begun.
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Watch your thoughts, they become words.
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