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Lao Tzu was a Chinese philosopher who lived in the 6th century BC. He is considered the founder of Taoism, one of the major religions of China. Lao Tzu is best known for his book, the Tao Te Ching, which is a collection of philosophical teachings. The Tao Te Ching is one of the most influential books in Chinese history, and it has been translated into many languages. Lao Tzu's teachings have had a profound impact on Chinese culture, and they continue to be studied and practiced by people all over the world.

Here are some additional details about Lao Tzu's life:

* He was born in the state of Chu, in what is now eastern China.
* He served as an archivist at the Zhou court.
* He met Confucius on one occasion.
* He wrote the Tao Te Ching in a single session.
* He retired to the western wilderness, where he is said to have lived for 999 years.
* His teachings have had a profound impact on Chinese culture and society.

Lao Tzu is a complex and enigmatic figure, and his life and teachings are still being studied and debated today. However, there is no doubt that he was one of the most influential thinkers in Chinese history, and his ideas continue to resonate with people all over the world.

inspirational quotes - Image for quote : Knowledge is a treasure, but practice is the key to it.

Knowledge is a treasure, but practice is the key to it.

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inspirational quotes - Image for quote : Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength, while loving someone deeply gives you courage.

Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength, while loving someone deeply gives you courage.

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The reason why the universe is eternal is that it does not live for itself; it gives life to others as it transforms.

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inspirational quotes - Image for quote : Knowing others is intelligence;knowing yourself is true wisdom.Mastering others is strength; mastering yourself is true power.

Knowing others is intelligence;knowing yourself is true wisdom.Mastering others is strength; mastering yourself is true power.

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When I let go of what I am, I become what I might be.

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When people see some things as beautiful,other things become ugly.When people see some things as good,other things become bad.

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He who knows, does not speak. He who speaks, does not know.

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He who acts, spoils; he who grasps, lets slip.

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Do your work, then step back. The only path to serenity.

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The truth is not always beautiful, nor beautiful words the truth.

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In dwelling, live close to the ground. In thinking, keep to the simple. In conflict, be fair and generous. In governing, don't try to control. In work, do what you enjoy. In family life, be completely present.

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A man with outward courage dares to die; a man with inner courage dares to live.

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Great acts are made up of small deeds.

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The past has no power to stop youfrom being present now.Only your grievance aboutthe past can do that.What is grievance?The baggage of oldthought and emotion.

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There isa time to liveand a time to diebut never to reject the moment.

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Life is a series of natural and spontaneous changes. Don't resist them; that only creates sorrow. Let reality be reality. Let things flow naturally forward in whatever way they like.

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To know that you do not know is the best.To think you know when you do not is a disease.Recognizing this disease as a disease is to be free of it.

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Time is a created thing. To say 'I don't have time,' is like saying, 'I don't want to.

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If you try to change it, you will ruin it. Try to hold it, and you will lose it.

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A good traveler has no fixed plans and is not intent on arriving.

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Your own positive future begins in this moment. All you have is right now. Every goal is possible from here.

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Water is the softest thing, yet it can penetrate mountains and earth. This shows clearly the principle ofsoftness overcoming hardness.

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