Lao Tzu Himself Quotations

He who knows others is wise. He who knows himself is enlightened.

He who conquers others is strong; He who conquers himself is mighty.

He who knows others is learned; he who knows himself is wise.

He who knows others is clever; He who knows himself has discernment.

He who gains a victory over other men is strong; but he who gains a victory over himself is all powerful.

The sage wears clothes of coarse cloth but carries jewels in his bosom; He knows himself but does not display himself; He loves himself but does not hold himself in high esteem