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"The beginning of the world may be called the Mother of the world. Once we discover the Mother, we can know the children. Once we know the children, we should return and cleave to the mother. Even though the body may die, there is no danger. Close the mouth, shut the door, and to the end of life do not strain. Open the mouth, increase involvements, and be helpless to the end of life. To value the lesser is enlightenment. To cleave to the gentle is steadfastness. Use bright intellect, but return to enlightenment. Do not ask for trouble. This is "practicing longevity.""
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Lao TzuBook
Tao Te Ching
Version: 11