From the Tao Te Ching

I own a beautiful version of the Tao Te Ching that is translated from the original Chinese by Gia-Fu Feng and Jane English. I have filled many, many hours of my time losing myself in the wisdom of 'the Way' (the Tao). The Taoist "Way" is not dependent on race, creed or any cultural form. It is very fluid and mainly demands an openness to 'truth', the nameless mystery. On different days different verses grab my attention. Here are two from today:


Verse 24

He who stands on tiptoe is not steady.
He who strides cannot maintain the pace.
He who makes a show is not enlightened.
He who is self-righteous is not respected.
He who boasts achieves nothing.
He who brags will not endure.
According to followers of the Tao,
"These are extra food and unnecessary luggage."
They do not bring happiness.
Therefore followers of the Tao avoid them.


Verse 33

Knowing others is wisdom;
Knowing the self is enlightenment.
Mastering others requires force;
Mastering the self needs strength.

He who knows he has enough is rich.
Perseverance is a sign of will power.
He who stays where he is endures.
To die but not to perish is to be eternally present.


Kiki ;-)
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