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Pretense

"When the great Way is abandoned, Benevolence and righteousness arise. When wisdom and knowledge appear, Great pretense arises. When family ties are disturbed, Devoted children arise. When people are unsettled, Loyal ministers arise."

Author

Lao Tzu

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English

"When the great Way is abandoned, Benevolence and righteousness arise. When wisdom and knowledge appear, Great pretense arises. When family ties are disturbed, Devoted children arise. When people are unsettled, Loyal ministers arise."

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