Tao Le Ching Famous Quotes



"The more you know, the less you understand."

It is only by not trusting that you turn someone into a liar.

"In dwelling, live close to the ground. In thinking, keep to the simple. In conflict, be fair and generous. In governing, don't try to control. In work, do what you enjoy. In family life, be completely present."

The Tao that can be told is not the eternal Tao. The name that can be named is not the eternal Name.


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