565 Quotes by Laozi

The great Way is easy, yet people prefer the side paths. Be aware when things are out of balance. Stay centered within the Tao.

When you have accomplished your goal simply walk away. This is the path way to Heaven.

I observe myself and I come to know others.

If you want to accord with the Tao, just do your job, then let go.

To become learned, each day add something. To become enlightened, each day drop something.

Mastering others is strength. Mastering oneself makes you fearless.

When taxes are too high, people go hungry. When the government is too intrusive, people lose their spirit. Act for the people’s benefit. Trust them; leave them alone.

The sage seeks freedom from desire. He does not collect precious things. He learns not to hold on to ideas. He brings men back to what they have lost.

In the Golden Age, Rulers were unknown. In the following age Rulers were loved and praised. Next came the age When rulers were feared. Finally the age When rulers are hated.