Thinker · source-linked collection
The Laozi collection focuses on compact statements that are often quoted without context. Each page keeps the chapter, original Chinese, and an explanatory rather than definitive English rendering.
Bilingual collection
To know others is intelligence; to know oneself is clarity.
Plain meaningUnderstanding yourself is the deeper wisdom.
English wording on Gu Ren Said is an original reading aid, not a claim that there is only one valid literary translation.
Know contentment and avoid disgrace; know where to stop and avoid danger; then you can endure.
Plain meaningKnow what is enough and when to stop.
English wording on Gu Ren Said is an original reading aid, not a claim that there is only one valid literary translation.
A journey of a thousand miles begins beneath one's feet.
Plain meaningBegin with the first real step, however small.
English wording on Gu Ren Said is an original reading aid, not a claim that there is only one valid literary translation.
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