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Honor the Settlement

"When bitter enemies make peace, Surely some bitterness remains. How can this be solved? Therefore: The sage honors his part of the settlement, But does not exact his due from others. The virtuous carry out the settlement, But those without virtue pursue their claims. Heaven's Way gives no favors. It always remains with good people."

Author

Lao Tzu

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English

"When bitter enemies make peace, Surely some bitterness remains. How can this be solved? Therefore: The sage honors his part of the settlement, But does not exact his due from others. The virtuous carry out the settlement, But those without virtue pursue their claims. Heaven's Way gives no favors. It always remains with good people."

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