Quote by LaoTzu, The Way of Laotzu

The best man is like water.Water is good; it benefits all things and does not compete with them.It dwells in lowly places that all disdain.This is why it is so near to Tao.

The best man is like water.Water is good; it benefits all th

Summary

This quote represents the concept of the "best man" embodying the characteristics of water. Water is naturally beneficial and harmonious; it doesn't strive for superiority or clash with other elements. By residing in humble and overlooked places, it remains closely connected with Tao, which represents the natural order of the universe. Just like water, the best man is selfless, adaptable, and able to bring peace and balance to any situation.

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