Lao Tzu Quotes and Sayings

“Life is a series of natural and spontaneous changes. Don’t resist them – that only creates sorrow. Let reality be reality. Let things flow naturally forward in whatever way they like.” – Lao Tzu

“Knowing others is wisdom, knowing yourself is Enlightenment.” – Lao-Tzu

“Those who know don’t talk. Those who talk don’t know.” – Lao-tzu

“Knowing others is intelligence; knowing yourself is true wisdom” – Lao-tzu, Tao Te Ching

“When you realize there is nothing lacking, the whole world belongs to you.” – Lao Tzu

“The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” ― Lao Tzu

“Kindness in words creates confidence. Kindness in thinking creates profoundness. Kindness in giving creates love.” – Lao Tzu

“If there is to be peace in the world, there must be peace in the nations. If there is to be peace in the nations, there must be peace in the cities. If there is to be peace in the cities, there must be peace between neighbors. If there is to be peace between neighbors, there must be peace in the home. If there is to be peace in the home, there must be peace in the heart.” – Lao Tzu

“The best fighter is never angry.” – Lao Tzu

“To love someone deeply gives you strength. Being loved by someone deeply gives you courage.” – Lao Tzu

“Life is a series of natural and spontaneous changes. Don’t resist them; that only creates sorrow. Let reality be reality. Let things flow naturally forward in whatever way the like.” – Lao Tzu

“The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step.” – Lao Tzu