The career of a sage is of two kinds: He is either honored by all in the world, Like a flower waving its head, Or else he disappears into the silent forest.
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Respond intelligently even to unintelligent treatment.
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Knowing others is wisdom, knowing yourself is Enlightenment.
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Because clarity and enlightenment are within your own nature, they are regained without moving an inch.
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It is the Vague and Elusive. Meet it and you will not see its head. Follow it and you will not see its back.
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