Those who are masters of the Dao Zuo people, do not strengthen the world with soldiers, and their affairs are good. Where the division is, thorns are born. After the great army, there will be a fierce year. Good is only fruitful, and I dare not take advantage of it. Don't be discreet, don't cut down, don't be arrogant, don't be strong. If things are strong, they are old, and they are not Tao, and they are not Tao.
Those who assist the monarch according to the principle of "Tao" do not use military strength to be stronger than the world. Such a thing as reckless militarism will inevitably be retributed. Wherever the army went, thorns were rife with thorns, and after the great war, there would definitely be a famine year. Those who are good at using troops can do so as long as they achieve the purpose of using troops, and they are not strong and aggressive because they are strong. When the goal is achieved, do not be self-reserved, when the goal is achieved, do not boast of pride, do not be self-righteous when the goal is achieved, achieve the goal but out of necessity, and achieve the goal but not be strong. If something is strong in the past, it will decay, which means that it does not conform to the "Tao", and if it does not conform to the "Tao", it will die quickly.
In the treasure house of ancient wisdom, the art of war is not only the art of war, but also a profound philosophical reflection. It teaches us that true strength does not come from the ostentatious use of force, but from the understanding and observance of the Tao.
In the ancient art of war, "Tao" is a spiritual principle that transcends material forces, which emphasizes conforming to the laws of nature and pursuing harmonious coexistence. Those who assist the monarch according to the principle of "Tao" know that military force is not the only means to solve problems. They believe that reckless use of military force will not only bring short-term victories, but will also sow long-term consequences. Just as thorns are born after war, famine years follow, and war is far more destructive than we can imagine.
Those who are adept at using military force do not aim to show force, but to achieve strategic objectives. They understand that war is a means, not an end, and that it is a last resort. After achieving their goal, they will not be self-reserved, they will not boast, and they will not be self-righteous. They understand that true victory lies in the maintenance of peace, not in the continuation of war.
The development of things often follows the natural law from strength to decay. When a country or individual relies too much on force and ignores the principle of "Tao", then its strength will eventually decline. This decay is not accidental, but an inevitable consequence of a violation of the laws of nature. As Lao Tzu said: "If things are strong, they will be old, which is not the way, and the way has long been wrong." ”
In today's world, peace and development have become a global consensus. We should draw from the wisdom of the past and recognize the value of peace. In international relations, we should advocate dialogue and cooperation, not confrontation and conflict. Resolving disputes through peaceful means can not only avoid the catastrophe of war, but also promote shared prosperity.
The principle of the Tao teaches us that true strength lies in harmony and balance. In modern society, this wisdom is still of great relevance. While pursuing development, let us never forget the value of peace and work together to safeguard world peace and stability with wisdom and courage.