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.Laozi
Even 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.Laozi
Be empty. Be still. Just watch everything come and go. This is the way of Nature.Laozi
He who knows that enough is enough will always have enough.Laozi
Health is the greatest possession. Contentment is the greatest treasure. Confidence is the greatest friend. Non-being is the greatest joy.Laozi
I have just three things to teach: simplicity, patience, compassion. These three are your greatest treasures.Laozi
If you do not change direction, you may end up where you are heading.Laozi
If you would take, you must first give, this is the beginning of intelligence.Laozi
Knowing others is wisdom, knowing yourself is Enlightenment.Laozi
Man's enemies are not demons, but human beings like himself.Laozi
Nature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished.Laozi
Nature is not human hearted.Laozi
One who believes in himself has no need to convince others.Laozi
Sincere words are not fine; fine words are not sincere.Laozi
The real key to health and happiness and success is self knowledge.Laozi
The wise are not learned, the learned are not wise.Laozi
Those who have knowledge, don't predict. Those who predict, don't have knowledge.Laozi
To the mind that is still, the whole universe surrenders.Laozi
When you are content to be simply yourself and don't compare or compete, everybody will respect you.Laozi
