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  • Dao De Jing – Chapter 45

    Chapter 45 of the Dao De Jing reveals the philosophical essence of “ultimate simplicity in the Dao” through a dialectical lens. By exploring the unity of opposites between appearance and essence, it emphasizes “tranquility and non-action” as the fundamental principle for self-cultivation and governance.

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  • Dao De Jing – Chapter 44

    This chapter focuses on the dangers of excess and the wisdom of moderation. Lao Tzu questions the human pursuit of fame, wealth, and external validation (“Which is more harmful: gain or loss?”) and warns that overaccumulation invites ruin.

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  • Dao De Jing – Chapter 43

    Being arises from Non-Being. All things under heaven, no matter how seamless or solid, emerge from the non-being.

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  • Dao De Jing – Chapter 42

    This chapter delves into the workings of the Dao, examining the dynamic interplay of yin and yang, its defiance of conventional logic, and its unique capacity to seamlessly bridge metaphysical cosmology with practical wisdom.

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  • Dao De Jing – Chapter 41

    Like voices resonate in harmony, akin energies seek mutual accord. In Dao De Jing terms, this mirrors Chapter 23’s teaching: “Those aligned with the Dao become one with the Dao”.

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  • Dao De Jing – Chapter 40

    The Dao, in its pure state, eludes labels of existence or void, motion or stillness, opposition or alignment. Human minds, bound by dualities, craft these distinctions. Our perceived world—a construct of senses and thought—veils reality’s true face.

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  • Dao De Jing – Chapter 38

    Superior Virtue is the Dao itself — undivided, complete, and beyond notions of “virtue” or “gain.” It embodies true integrity without striving. It acts without acting, flows without intention, merging seamlessly with the rhythm of ziran. No analysis taints its purity, no agenda mars its perfection.

    “Superior Virtue does not claim virtue, thus it is virtuous.”

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  • Dao De Jing – Chapter 36

    This chapter of Laozi discusses examples of mutual transformation between opposing forces, embodying Laozi’s dialectical thought. This law of dynamic change originates from the natural world but also applies to human society. Laozi frequently juxtaposes natural dialectics with social phenomena to provoke vigilance and reflection‌.

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  • Dao De Jing – Chapter 35

    Act in accordance with the principles of Dao, and one may traverse the world unimpeded. Wherever they go, they encounter no obstacles but bring peace and tranquility. Yet when spoken, the Dao seems plain and flavorless. It remains invisible to the eye, inaudible to the ear, and to ordinary people, not easily applied in practice. Thus they delight in offering bait or grace to wayfarers, creating opportunities to preach the Dao.

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