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Laozi Quotes:

Ocupation: Philosopher

Life: 604 BC - 531 BC

Birthday: 604 BC

Death: 531 BC

Why is the sea king of a hundred streams? Because it lies below them... If the sage would guide the people, he must serve with humility. If he would lead them, he must follow behind. In this way when the sage rules, the people will not feel oppressed.

- Laozi

source: Laozi (1997). “道德经”, Vintage

topic: Kings, Lying, Humility, Tao Te Ching Leadership

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