To produce things and to rear them, To produce, but not to take possession of them, To act, but not to rely on one's own ability, To lead them, but not to master them - This is called profound and secret virtue.Rate it:(0.00 / 0 votes)Say it

Lao Tzu

Chinese philosopher regarded as the founder of Taoism (6th century BC)

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