English

Fame and fortune

"Which is nearer, name or self? Which is dearer, self or wealth? Which gives more pain, loss or gain? All you grasp will be thrown away. All you hoard will be utterly lost. Contentment keeps disgrace away. Restraint keeps you out of danger so you can go on for a long, long time."
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Author

Lao Tzu

Book

Tao Te Ching
Version: 19
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