Laozi

The wise man is one who knows what he does not know.

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The world is ruled by letting things take their course. It cannot be ruled by interfering.

Laozi

There is no illusion greater than fear.

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Therefore the place of what is firm and strong is below, and that of what is soft and weak is above.

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Things are not worth attending to, yet they have to be attended to.

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Those who die without being forgotten get longevity.

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Those who show off do not shine.

Laozi

To avoid disappointment, know what is sufficient. To avoid trouble, know when to stop. If you are able to do this, you will last a long time.

Laozi

To be constantly without desire is the way to have a vision of the mystery of heaven and earth. For constantly to have desire is the means by which their limitations are seen.

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To be worn out is to be renewed.

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