Wealth and status have been sought after since ancient times. It is believed that with wealth and supremacy, happiness and fulfillment can be attained. However, the Tao Te Ching tells us: "The hall is full of gold and jade, and Mo can keep it; Rich and arrogant, self-blame. This quote reveals the truth behind wealth and status, and reminds us not to pursue material gain excessively, but to pursue inner peace and true happiness.
The house is full of gold and jade, and Mo can keep it", which means that even if you have more wealth, you can't keep it forever. Because wealth is fluid, it increases or decreases with the change of various factors. At the same time, wealth is also prone to arouse the jealousy and greed of others, which can lead to endless troubles and disasters. Many wealthy people throughout history have ended up going bankrupt or misfortune because they were too greedy and flaunting their wealth. Therefore, the Tao Te Ching admonishes us not to pursue wealth excessively, but to know how to stop in moderation and maintain inner peace and humility.
Rich and proud, self-indulgent" refers to those who are proud and complacent because of their wealth, and will eventually incur calamity. Pride and complacency can easily lead to loss of reason and judgment, leading to wrong decisions and actions. Such people often find it difficult to get along with others, and they are also prone to retaliation for offending others. Therefore, the Tao Te Ching reminds us to remain humble and low-key when we are rich, and not to get carried away because of a moment of pride.
So, how can we truly understand and practice this wisdom in the Tao Te Ching?
First, we need to recognize that wealth and status are not all there is to life. While wealth and status can bring material comforts and social status enhancement, they are not a substitute for inner peace and true happiness. If we pursue wealth and status excessively, it is easy to fall into endless desires and greed, and thus lose the true experience and understanding of life. Therefore, we should see wealth and status as a part of life, not the whole thing. We should pursue inner peace and true happiness, not just material satisfaction.
Second, we need to learn to do it in moderation. In the process of pursuing wealth and status, we should be clear about our goals and bottom line, and not be insatiable. When we reach a certain level of wealth and status, we should know how to do it in moderation, remain humble and keep a low profile. Don't get carried away with the momentary pride, and don't take risks because of greed. We should cherish the wealth and status we already have, and at the same time, we should plan and prepare for our future life.
Finally, we need to be humble and keep a low profile. When we are rich, we should remain humble and low-key, and not flaunt our wealth and status. We should respect others, be kind to others, and build good interpersonal relationships. Only in this way can we truly gain the respect and trust of others, and can we go further and more steadily on the road of life.
In short, in the "Tao Te Ching", "the house is full of gold and jade, and Mo can keep it; Rich and proud, self-indulgent" reminds us to take a correct view of wealth and status, not to pursue material interests excessively, but to pursue inner peace and true happiness. We should see wealth and status as a part of life, not the whole thing. We should learn to be moderate, humble and low-key, and build good relationships. Only in this way can we truly understand and practice this wisdom in the Tao Te Ching, and can we go further and more steadily on the road of life.
In modern society, people are often faced with all kinds of ** and pressure, and it is easy to lose their direction and goals. Therefore, we need to constantly remind ourselves not to pursue wealth and status excessively, but to focus on our inner needs and feelings. We should learn to let go of those unnecessary desires and greed, keep a calm heart, and enjoy the beauty and happiness of life. At the same time, we should also respect others, be kind to others, establish good interpersonal relationships, and create a better future for ourselves and others.
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