…the more you talk of it, the less you understand.
LAOZIThe more laws that are written, the more criminals are produced.
More Laozi Quotes
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A leader is best when people barely know he exists, when his work is done, his aim fulfilled, they will say: we did it ourselves.
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The Great Tao flows everywhere, to the left and to the right, all things depend on it to exist, and it does not abandon them. To its accomplishments it lays no claims. It loves and nourished all things, but does not lord it over them.
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Be gentle and you can be bold; be frugal and you can be liberal; avoid putting yourself before others and you can become a leader among men.
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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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Knowing others is wisdom, knowing yourself is enlightenment.
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Face the simple fact before it comes involved. Solve the small problem before it becomes big.
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For the wise man looks into space and he knows there is no limited dimensions.
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Take [preventive] action before things happen. Establish order before disorder has begun.
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The farther you go, the less you know.
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The world’s big things only can be done by paying attention to their humble beginnings.
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Be as the still mountain; Move like the great river.
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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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The True Person benefits yet expects no reward, does the work and moves on. There is no desire to be considered better than others.
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Man’s enemies are not demons, but human beings like himself.
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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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