Daily quote |
Lao Tzu (Laozi)To see things in the seed, that is genius. To the mind that is still, the whole universe surrenders. Treat those who are good with goodness, and also treat those who are not good with goodness. Thus goodness is attained. Be honest to those who are honest, and be also honest to those who are not honest. Thus honesty is attained. Truthful words are not beautiful; beautiful words are not truthful. Good words are not persuasive; persuasive words are not good. Violence, even well intentioned, always rebounds upon oneself. When a nation is filled with strife, then do patriots flourish. When I let go of what I am, I become what I might be. When you are content to be simply yourself and don't compare or compete, everybody will respect you. When the best leader's work is done the people say, "We did it ourselves." 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. |