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"The best ruler is one whose presence is unknown; The second best is one who is beloved and praised; The next best is one who is feared; The next is one who is despised. Where there is insufficient good faith, There is loss of faith. Relax and spare your words. When the goal is achieved and the job is done, Everyone says, “We did it.”"
Author
Lao TzuAll Translations
English
"The best ruler is one whose presence is unknown; The second best is one who is beloved and praised; The next best is one who is feared; The next is one who is despised. Where there is insufficient good faith, There is loss of faith. Relax and spare your words. When the goal is achieved and the job is done, Everyone says, “We did it.”"