Laozi or Lao Tzu or Lao-Tse was a Chinese philosopher, who probably lived in the 6th century BC. He is one of the founders of philosophical Taoism.
This is a collection of quotes by Laozi.
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A journey of a thousand miles must begin with a single step.
LaoziEven a big task starts with a small beginning.
Be content with what you have; rejoice in the way things are. When you realize there is nothing lacking, the whole world belongs to you.
LaoziBe empty. Be still. Just watch everything come and go. This is the way of Nature.
LaoziHe who knows that enough is enough will always have enough.
LaoziHealth is the greatest possession. Contentment is the greatest treasure. Confidence is the greatest friend. Non-being is the greatest joy.
LaoziI have just three things to teach: simplicity, patience, compassion. These three are your greatest treasures.
LaoziIf you do not change direction, you may end up where you are heading.
LaoziIf you would take, you must first give, this is the beginning of intelligence.
LaoziKnowing others is wisdom, knowing yourself is Enlightenment.
LaoziMan's enemies are not demons, but human beings like himself.
LaoziNature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished.
LaoziNature is not human hearted.
LaoziOne who believes in himself has no need to convince others.
LaoziSincere words are not fine; fine words are not sincere.
LaoziThe real key to health and happiness and success is self knowledge.
LaoziThe wise are not learned, the learned are not wise.
LaoziThose who have knowledge, don't predict. Those who predict, don't have knowledge.
LaoziTo the mind that is still, the whole universe surrenders.
LaoziWhen you are content to be simply yourself and don't compare or compete, everybody will respect you.
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