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"He who assists a ruler with Dao, Does not use weapons to coerce the world. For that is sure to rebound. Where troops were stationed, Brambles will grow; After a major war There will be famine. It’s all a matter of being good at gaining results, Not winning by force. Results gained, yet not arrogant, Results gained, yet not boastful, Results gained, yet not proud, Results gained, yet with reluctance, Results gained, yet not by force. Things that resort to force age fast. That is called going against Dao. Going against Dao brings early demise."