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If you understand others you are smart.
If you understand yourself you are illuminated.
If you overcome others you are powerful.
If you overcome yourself you have strength.
If you know how to be satisfied you are rich.
If you can act with vigor, you have a will.
If you don't lose your objectives you can be long-lasting.
If you die without loss, you are eternal.
Laozi, 6th-century BC semi-legendary Chinese philosopher, founder of Taoism
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Laozi, 6th-century BC semi-legendary Chinese philosopher, founder of Taoism
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Knowing others is wisdom;
Knowing the self is enlightenment.
Mastering others requires force;
Mastering the self requires strength;
He who knows he has enough is rich.
Perseverance is a sign of will power.
Laozi, 6th-century BC semi-legendary Chinese philosopher, founder of Taoism
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