To study the Way
is to study the self. To study the
self is to forget the self. To forget the
self is to be enlightened
by all things.
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become so free
The only way
to deal with an unfree world
is to become so absolutely free that
your very existence is an
act of rebellion.
stay on the path
As you develop yourself you
will inevitably be misunderstood by others.
Endure these times patiently, and they will pass.
By staying on the path unswervingly you
meet with great success.
fifth changing line
from The I Ching, or Book of Changes
Hexagram 53, Chien / Gradual Progress
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understand the open door
live close to
who you are and travel light
the magic turtle needs no food but air
be kind to fools and children know your death
the grace of age the trap of seeking pleasure
out of fear take time to understand
the open door
don’t seek
Don’t
seek fame or
fortune, glory or prosperity.
Just pass this life as is, according to
circumstances. When the breath is gone, who is in
charge? After the death of the body, there is only an empty
name. When your clothes are worn, repair them over and
over; when you have no food, work to provide. How
long can a phantom-like body last? Would you
increase your ignorance for the sake
of its idle concerns?