SuaveG – The Gentle Path

Tag: the weak overcomes the strong

  • Dao De Jing – Chapter 78

    Laozi uses water as a metaphor for the Dao for their shared characteristics. Water has no fixed shape, conforming to its container. This mirrors the Dao’s formless nature.

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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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