Lao Tzu on enlightment
Lao Tzu95 quotes““He who knows others is wise; he who knows himself is enlightened.”
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One accepts oneself, the whole world accepts him or her.
Lao TzuLao Tzu Some lose yet gain, others gain and yet lose.
Lao TzuLao Tzu If you are depressed you are living in the past. If you are anxious you are living in the future. If you are at peace you are living in the present.
Lao TzuLao Tzu Knowledge is a treasure, but practice is the key to it.
Lao TzuLao Tzu If you do not change direction, you may end up where you are heading.
Lao TzuLao Tzu Nature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished.
Lao TzuLao Tzu Give evil nothing to oppose and it will disappear by itself.
Lao TzuLao Tzu Act without expectation.
Lao TzuLao Tzu The best fighter is never angry.
Lao TzuLao Tzu The reason why the universe is eternal is that it does not live for itself; it gives life to others as it transforms.
Lao TzuLao Tzu When you are content to be simply yourself and don’t compare or compete, everyone will respect you.
Lao TzuLao Tzu Compassionate toward yourself, you reconcile all beings in the world.
Lao TzuLao Tzu Silence is a source of Great Strength.
Lao TzuLao Tzu Empty your mind of all thoughts. Let your heart be at peace.
Lao TzuLao Tzu Manifest plainness, Embrace simplicity, Reduce selfishness, Have few desires.
Lao TzuLao Tzu Muddy water, let stand, becomes clear.
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