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Tao of the Day

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Chapter Sixty-Two

Everything inclines towards the original balance

It’s the bliss of true men

It’s a sanctuary for the untruthful

But people flaunt themselves with flattery

They only do nice things in exchange for gratitude

Everybody does that so why shouldn’t you?

Therefore the people shout with joy when a new leader comes on the scene

And let themselves be fooled by pomp and circumstance

It’s wise not to participate in this

Do you know why the former wise people considered simplicity so important?

Because they experienced that, one who seeks will find

And that the truth sets one free from past and future

Therefore simplicity is most important in this life

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