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If you would take, you must first give.

Laozi

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What is a good man but a bad man's teacher? What is a bad man but a good man's job? If you do not remember this, You will get lost, No matter how intelligent you are. It is the great secret.
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Use your light, but dim your brightness.
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All things in the world come from being. And being comes from non-being.
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The Master doesn't seek fulfillment. For only those who are not full are able to be used which brings the feeling of completeness.
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All things of the world are born of being being is born of nonbeing.
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Failure is the foundation of success: success is the lurking place of failure.
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There are many paths to enlightenment. Be sure to take the one with a heart.
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When you have accomplished your goal simply walk away. This is the path way to Heaven.
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My own words are not the medicine, but a prescription not the destination, but a map to help you reach it. When you get there, quiet your mind and close your mouth. Don't analyze the Tao. Strive instead to live it: silently, undividedly, with your whole harmonious being.
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