I have three precious things which I hold fast and prize. The first is gentleness; the second is frugality; the third is humility, which keeps me from putting myself before others. Be gentle and you can be bold; be frugal and you can be liberal; avoid putting yourself before others and you can become a leader among men.
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About Lao Tzu
Lao Tzu was Chinese semi-legendary chinese philosopher, founder of taoism. Laozi was a legendary Chinese philosopher considered to be the author of the Dào Dé Jīng (Laozi), one of the foundational texts of Taoism. The name, literally meaning 'Old Master', was likely intended to portray an archaic anonymity that could converse with Confucianism. Read more on Wikipedia →
Themes
- Leadership — Guiding others with vision, integrity, and purpose