Nature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished.
Founder of Taoism
Attributed, a summary of a Taoist principle rather than a direct quote.
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"Do not exalt the talented, so that people will not be contentious. Do not value rare treasures, so that people will not steal. Do not display what is desirable, so that people will not be confused."
Controversial"The sage rules by emptying their minds and filling their bellies, by weakening their wills and strengthening their bones."
Shocking"The great square has no corners. The great vessel is never full. The great sound is inaudible. The great image has no form."
Shocking"The sage is sharp but does not cut, pointed but does not pierce, forthright but does not offend, bright but does not dazzle."
Philosophical"Deal with the small as with the large."
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