The Most Inspiring Quotes of Lao Tzu
Published October 2012
Revised September 2018
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The Most Inspiring Quotes of Lao Tzu
Compiled by Remez Sasson
www.SuccessConsciousness.com
1
,Preface
This book contains 111 of Lao Tzu quotes, which were collected from
various sources.
Each quote contains a wealth of wisdom, inspiration, and practical
advice. I hope that reading the quotes and thinking about them, would
bring you inspiration, peace, and wisdom.
You may share this book with your family and friends, give it as a bonus
to your website visitors or subscribers, and distribute it in any other way.
The book should be shared as it is, without editing or making any change
to it. This is a free eBook, and therefore, no payment should be charged
for it.
Remez Sasson
The Most Inspiring Quotes of Lao Tzu
Compiled by Remez Sasson
www.SuccessConsciousness.com
2
, Lao Tzu Biography
Lao Tzu, also known as Laozi, was a philosopher in ancient China, who
lived in the 6th century BC. However, there are historians who say that
he is a mythical figure, or a synthesis of multiple historical figures. The
stories say that he never created a formal school. However, he attracted
a large number of students and loyal disciples.
According to the legend, Lao Tzu was the keeper of the archives at the
imperial court, which gave him the opportunity to study the archive
books and gain a great deal of knowledge. During his life, Lao Tzu got
known for his wisdom, and it is said that even the famous Chinese
philosopher, Confucius, heard about Lao Tzu, and came to visit him.
However, recent scholars place him about two centuries later.
Lao Tzu believed that the human life, like everything else in the universe,
is influenced by outside forces. He believed "simplicity" to be the key to
truth and freedom, encouraging people to observe, and seek to
understand the laws of nature. He also preached for building up
personal power, and using it for leading life with love, without force.
When Lao Tzu was about eighty years old, he set out for the western
border of China, towards Tibet, saddened that people were unwilling to
follow the path to natural goodness. At the border, a guard, asked Lao
Tzu to record his teachings before he left. He then composed in 5,000
characters the Tao Te Ching (The Way and Its Power).
It is said that Lao Tzu is the founder of the Chinese spiritual tradition,
Taoism, mainly because of his text called Tao Te Ching.
A large number of people trace their lineage back to Lao Tzu, as did the
emperors of the Tang Dynasty. Though many of these claims might not
be true, they provide a testament to the impact of Lao Tzu on the
Chinese culture.
The Most Inspiring Quotes of Lao Tzu
Compiled by Remez Sasson
www.SuccessConsciousness.com
3
Published October 2012
Revised September 2018
This eBook is brought to you by www.SuccessConsciousness.com.
For more free eBooks, visit:
www.successconsciousness.com/free_ebooks.htm
The Most Inspiring Quotes of Lao Tzu
Compiled by Remez Sasson
www.SuccessConsciousness.com
1
,Preface
This book contains 111 of Lao Tzu quotes, which were collected from
various sources.
Each quote contains a wealth of wisdom, inspiration, and practical
advice. I hope that reading the quotes and thinking about them, would
bring you inspiration, peace, and wisdom.
You may share this book with your family and friends, give it as a bonus
to your website visitors or subscribers, and distribute it in any other way.
The book should be shared as it is, without editing or making any change
to it. This is a free eBook, and therefore, no payment should be charged
for it.
Remez Sasson
The Most Inspiring Quotes of Lao Tzu
Compiled by Remez Sasson
www.SuccessConsciousness.com
2
, Lao Tzu Biography
Lao Tzu, also known as Laozi, was a philosopher in ancient China, who
lived in the 6th century BC. However, there are historians who say that
he is a mythical figure, or a synthesis of multiple historical figures. The
stories say that he never created a formal school. However, he attracted
a large number of students and loyal disciples.
According to the legend, Lao Tzu was the keeper of the archives at the
imperial court, which gave him the opportunity to study the archive
books and gain a great deal of knowledge. During his life, Lao Tzu got
known for his wisdom, and it is said that even the famous Chinese
philosopher, Confucius, heard about Lao Tzu, and came to visit him.
However, recent scholars place him about two centuries later.
Lao Tzu believed that the human life, like everything else in the universe,
is influenced by outside forces. He believed "simplicity" to be the key to
truth and freedom, encouraging people to observe, and seek to
understand the laws of nature. He also preached for building up
personal power, and using it for leading life with love, without force.
When Lao Tzu was about eighty years old, he set out for the western
border of China, towards Tibet, saddened that people were unwilling to
follow the path to natural goodness. At the border, a guard, asked Lao
Tzu to record his teachings before he left. He then composed in 5,000
characters the Tao Te Ching (The Way and Its Power).
It is said that Lao Tzu is the founder of the Chinese spiritual tradition,
Taoism, mainly because of his text called Tao Te Ching.
A large number of people trace their lineage back to Lao Tzu, as did the
emperors of the Tang Dynasty. Though many of these claims might not
be true, they provide a testament to the impact of Lao Tzu on the
Chinese culture.
The Most Inspiring Quotes of Lao Tzu
Compiled by Remez Sasson
www.SuccessConsciousness.com
3
