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"Holding a cup while filling it to the brim Is not as good as stopping then and there. Hammering the blade till it is sharp Cannot keep it so for long. Stuffing the hall with gold and jade Does not guarantee it will stay secure. Turning arrogant after gaining wealth and position Brings disaster upon oneself. Retire after achieving one’s goal- That is the Dao of Heaven."
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Lao TzuBook
Daodejing - Thus Spoke Laozi
Version: 25