Govern a great nation as you would cook a small fish. Do not overdo it.
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To the mind that is still, the whole universe surrenders.Lao Tzu
There are three layers to the universe. In the lower, Tai Ching, and the middle, Shan Ching, the hindrance of a physical bodily existence is required. Those who fail to live consistently in accord with the Tao reside here. In the upper, Yu Ching, there is only Tao the bondage of form is broken, and the only thing existing is the exquisite energy dance of the immortal divine beings.
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Know the white, But keep the black, Be an example to the world Being an example to the world, Ever true and unwavering, Return to the infinite.
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This path is clearly defined and quite simple to follow, yet most lose themselves in ideological fogs of their own making.
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The more laws and order are made prominent, the more thieves and robbers there will be.
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Know honor, Yet keep humility. Be the valley of the universe Being the valley of the universe, Ever true and resourceful, Return to the state of the uncarved block.
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