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Lao Tzu
Chinese • Philosopher
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Showing 63 quotesThe wise man does not lay up his own treasures. The more he gives to others, the more he has for his own.— Lao Tzu
When virtue is lost, benevolence appears, when benevolence is lost right conduct appears, when right conduct is lost, expedience appears. Expediency is the mere shadow of right and truth; it is the beginning of disorder.— Lao Tzu
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Truth
All difficult things have their origin in that which is easy, and great things in that which is small.— Lao Tzu
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The sage does not hoard. The more he helps others, the more he benefits himself, The more he gives to others, the more he gets himself. The Way of Heaven does one good but never does one harm. The Way of the sage is to act but not to compete.— Lao Tzu
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Good
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.— Lao Tzu
Fill your bowl to the brim and it will spill. Keep sharpening your knife and it will blunt.— Lao Tzu
Of all that is good, sublimity is supreme. Succeeding is the coming together of all that is beautiful. Furtherance is the agreement of all that is just. Perseverance is the foundation of all actions.— Lao Tzu
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Good