Laozi Quotes, Tao Te Ching Quotes, Doe Quotes

He who stands on tiptoe does not stand firm.

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When the Way governs the world, the proud stallions drag dung carriages. When the Way is lost to the world, war horses are bred outside the city.

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The reason why the universe is eternal is that it does not live for itself; it gives life to others as it transforms.

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The wise man looks back into the past, and does not grieve over what is far off, nor rejoice over what is near; for he knows that time is without end.

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There is nothing softer and weaker than water, and yet there is nothing better for attacking hard and strong things.

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To conquer others is to have power, to conquer yourself is to know the way.

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When people see some things as good, other things become bad.

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Battles are followed by years of famine.

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All things flourish, and each returns to its source.

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Because he (the Sage) demands no honor, he will never be dishonored.

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As restrictions and prohibitions are multiplied the people grow poorer and poorer. When they are subjected to overmuch government, the land is thrown into confusion.

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When the uncarved wood is split, its parts are put to use. When the sage is put to use, he becomes the head.

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Conquering others requires force. Conquering oneself requires strength

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To practice virtue is to selflessly offer assistance to others, giving without limitation one's time, abilities, and possessions in service, whenever and wherever needed, without prejudice concerning the identity of those in need.

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To know one's ignorance is the best part of knowledge.

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In ancient times, those who followed the Way did not try to give people knowledge thereof, but kept them ignorant.

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Some help others in order to receive blessings and admiration. This is simply meaningless. Some cultivate themselves in part to serve others, in part to serve their own pride. They will understand, at best, half of the truth. But those who improve themselves for the sake of the world - to these, the whole truth of the universe will be revealed.

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He (the sage) is good to those who are good. He is also good to those who are not good. That is the virtue of good.

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Standing on "tip toe", one stands not firmly. Straining in stride, one cannot walk far. Flaunting of deeds, one is unfavorably noticed. Being self-righteous, one is not respected. Boasting of self, one's merit is unrecognized. Glorifying of self, one loses the opportunity for greatness. From the viewpoint of Tao These represent imperfect Te, Valued as are filth or disease.

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In the world there are four greats, and the king is one of them.

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