strawdog65 Posted November 21, 2010 I just have to post this beauty here. Found in the book" The complete works of Lao Tzu" by Hua-Ching Ni  This to me is a guidepost of the True Tao. Please enjoy!   Eighty-One  ---------    True words are not necessarily beautiful.  Beautiful words are not necessarily truthful.  One who is achieved does not argue,  and one who argues is not achieved.  One who knows the deepest truth  does not need segmented information.  One who knows vast amounts of information  may not know the truth.   One of deep virtue  is not occupied with amassing material goods,  yet the more he lives for others,  the richer his life becomes.  The more he gives, the more his life abounds.  The subtle Way of the universe is beneficial, not harmful.  The integral nature of a person  is to extend one's virtue unconditionally  and to contend with no one.    Peace to you all! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Marblehead Posted November 21, 2010 Nice translation. Â Thanks for sharing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
