The search for the Way.
In ancient Eastern wisdom, "Tao" is a profound and multi-semantic concept. It is not only the law of the universe, but also the guide of life. Confucius once said: "If the Tao does not work, I know it: those who know it have passed; Fools can't do it. The way is unknown, I know it: the sage passes; Those who are not good are not as good as them. This sentence profoundly reveals the differences between the wise and the foolish, the wise and the unscrupulous, in the process of understanding and practicing the "Tao".
1. The boundary between the knower and the fool.
Those who know are too good, but those who are foolish are not as good as them. This sentence directly points out the difference between the knower and the fool in understanding and practicing the Tao. Those who know can deeply understand the connotation of "Tao" and apply it appropriately in life. They know when to act, when to be silent, when to give, and when to receive. Fools, on the other hand, tend to have a superficial understanding of the Tao and even misunderstand its meaning, resulting in them often making wrong decisions in their lives and not being able to dance in harmony with the Dao.
2. The boundary between the sage and the unscrupulous.
The sage is too much, and the unscrupulous are not as good as it. This sentence further reveals the difference between the sage and the unscrupulous in terms of understanding the "Tao". Sages can not only deeply understand the "Tao", but also carry it forward and benefit more people. They lead by example, influencing others with their words and deeds, and becoming role models in society. Those who are unscrupulous often turn a blind eye to the "Tao", or even go against it, and their behavior often runs counter to the "Tao", which has a negative impact on society.
3. The taste of food and the way of life.
People don't eat and drink, and they rarely know the taste. This sentence uses food as a metaphor to profoundly reveal the common dilemma of people when experiencing the "Tao" of life. Just like tasting food, when people experience life, they often can only feel the superficial taste, but cannot appreciate the deep charm. Only those who truly understand the "Tao" can taste the unique sweetness in life.
4. Conclusion: The journey of pursuing the "Tao".
In the journey of exploring the Tao, each of us is a walker. We may be confused, or we may fall, but as long as we persevere in our pursuit, we will one day be able to comprehend the true meaning of the Tao. The difference between the wise and the foolish, the wise and the unscrupulous, is not really how different they are born, but whether they are willing to explore, experience, and practice with their hearts.
Let us continue to explore the mysteries of the Tao on the road of life, and become those who can truly understand and practice the Dao. In this process, we will find that the beauty and meaning of life are hidden in these seemingly ordinary but profound "Tao".