Laozi:

The Tao is always nameless. When it is carved, it becomes names. As soon as there are names, know that it is time to stop. Knowing when to stop, one can be free from danger.

— Laozi Ancient

Founder of Taoism

Context

Tao Te Ching, Chapter 32

Date / Period

6th century BCE (approximate)

Source

https://terebess.hu/english/tao/chan.html#chap32

Verification

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Explanation

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Method

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