The world is ruled by letting things take their course. It cannot be ruled by interfering.
LAOZIRespond intelligently even to unintelligent treatment.
More Laozi Quotes
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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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Loss is not as bad as wanting more.
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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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A multitude of words is tiresome, unlike remaining centered.
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If you want to be given everything, give everything up.
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…the more you talk of it, the less you understand.
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The world’s big things only can be done by paying attention to their humble beginnings.
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When you have accomplished your goal simply walk away. This is the path way to Heaven.
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Meandering leads to perfection.
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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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If you have really attained wholeness, everything will flock to you.
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Every step is on the path.
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When the highest type of people hear Tao (Truth), they diligently practice it. When the average type of people hear Tao, they half believe in it. When the lowest type of people hear Tao, they laugh at it. If they did not laugh, it would not be Tao.
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Never take over the world to tamper with it. Those who want to tamper with it are not fit to take over the world.
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In order to eliminate the negative influences, simply ignore them.
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