If a person seems wicked, do not cast him away. Awaken him with your words, elevate him with your deeds, repay his injury with your kindness. Do not cast him away; cast away his wickedness.
LaoziHe who has achieved this state Is unconcerned with friends and enemies, With good and harm, with honor and disgrace. This therefore is the highest state of man.
LaoziA great country needs more people to serve it. A small country needs more people to serve. So, if both shall get what they need, the great country ought to yield.
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