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Absolute sainthood and abandonment of wisdom, the people benefit a hundred times. Absolute benevolence and abandonment of righteousness, and the people restore filial piety. There are no thieves who abandon profit. These three are not enough. Therefore, the order belongs: see plain and simple, less selfish and less desired, and never worry about learning.
[Translation]:
Abandon ingenuity and ingenuity, and the people can get a hundredfold of benefits. By abandoning righteousness, the people can become filial and loving again. Abandon cunning and profit, and the thief will disappear. The three aspects of wisdom, benevolence, and skillful profit are all used for literary decoration, and they are not enough to govern the world. Therefore, it is necessary to give the minds of the people a place of belonging: to maintain a pure and simple nature, to reduce distractions and desires, and to abandon the floating words of righteousness and wisdom, so as not to be troubled.
Personal Impressions:Against hypocrisy and cunning:This chapter emphasizes the abandonment of the notions of the pursuit of sages and wisdom, benevolence and morality, cunning and self-interest. It reminds people not to be fooled by superficial forms and vanity, but to pursue essence and inner qualities. This suggests that we should pay more attention to the truthful, simple and selfless attitude to life.
Back to the basics and simplicity:Lao Tzu advocated a return to a state of simplicity and innocence, and reduced the pursuit of selfish desires and desires. This can be understood as a reflection on over-complexity and utilitarianism, encouraging people to pursue inner peace and a simple life.
Pay attention to inner cultivation:The carefree view reminds us not to pursue intellectual and academic accomplishment excessively, but to focus on inner cultivation and spiritual growth. This means cultivating one's own virtues, kindness, and wisdom, not just the acquisition of external knowledge.
Reflections on Society and Governance:This chapter can also be seen as a perspective on society and governance. It believes that abandoning hypocritical moral standards and self-serving behavior can lead to a more harmonious society and the well-being of the people.
Everyone's understanding and perception of the Tao Te Ching may be different, as its meaning can vary depending on an individual's experience, values, and state of mind.
It is important to apply the wisdom in it to one's own life through deep reflection and self-reflection, and to seek harmony with nature and others.