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Tao Te Ching · James Legge (1891)

Chapter 33

1He who knows other men is discerning; he who knows himself is intelligent. He who overcomes others is strong; he who overcomes himself is mighty. He who is satisfied with his lot is rich; he who goes on acting with energy has a (firm) will.

2He who does not fail in the requirements of his position, continues long; he who dies and yet does not perish, has longevity.

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