What people loathe the most is to be orphaned, desolate, unworthy. But this is what princes and kings call themselves.
LAOZIKeep behind, and you shall be put in front; keep out, and you shall be kept in.
More Laozi Quotes
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A scholar who cherishes the love of comfort is not fit to be deemed a scholar.
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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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Keep behind, and you shall be put in front; keep out, and you shall be kept in.
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Rule your mind with serenity rather than with force and manipulation.
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A foolish man is always doing, Yet much remains to be done.
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Good words shall gain you honor in the marketplace, but good deeds shall gain you friends among men.
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Giving birth and nourishing, Bearing yet not possessing, Working yet not taking credit, Leading yet not dominating, This is the Primal Virtue.
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Every step is on the path.
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Not all spiritual paths lead to the harmonious Oneness. Indeed, most are detours and distractions, nothing more.
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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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Mastering others is strength. Mastering oneself makes you fearless.
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The great image lacks shape.
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The transformation toward eternal life is gradual. The heavy gross energy of body, mind, and spirit must first be purified and uplifted. When the energy ascends… then self mastery can be sought.
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Those who act will fail. Those who seize will lose.
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The wise man knows he doesn’t know.
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