Rumi and Other Mystical Poets List: Lao Tzu - Balance

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Sunday, July 24, 2011

Lao Tzu - Balance

Those who know do not tell, Those who tell do not know. Not to set the tongue loose But to curb it, Not to have edges that catch, But to remain untangled Unblinded, Unconfused, Is to find Balance. And those who hold balance Beyond sway of love or hate, Beyond reach of profit or loss, Beyond care of praise or blame, Has obtained the highest post In the world. The Way of Life According to Lao Tzu Translated by Whitter Bynner Sign in to see full entry.

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