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  • Caigentan 50. The Square, The Round

    July 31, 2025

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    Juan

    In an era of peace, one needs to be “square”, which means being strict and upright. In an era of turmoil, one needs to be “rounded”, which means being flexible and tactful.

  • Caigentan 49. Less affairs, Less anxiety

    July 31, 2025

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    Juan

    No one is happier than he who has caused few troubles. On the other hand, no one invites more trouble than the person who is always suspicious of others.

  • Caigentan 48. The anatomy of moral disease

    July 31, 2025

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    Juan

    When the liver succumbs to disease, the eyes become dim. When the kidneys are disordered, the hearing becomes impaired.

  • Caigentan 47. Unconscious truth of character

    July 31, 2025

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    Juan

    Not only are the actions and words of a good man peaceful and serene, even when asleep his facial expression is full of good will.

  • Caigentan 46. The Stone Resolve & Water Spirit

    July 31, 2025

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    Juan

    Self-cultivation requires a mind impervious to outside allurements, as if it were made of wood or stone.

  • Caigentan 45. The hidden compassion and joy

    July 31, 2025

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    Juan

    Everyone possesses the capacity for great mercy. The saint Vimalakirti and butchers and executioners alike have this capacity.

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