Quote by Lao Tzu

Simplicity, patience, compassion.These three are your greatest treasures.Simple in actions and thoughts, you return to the source of being.Patient with both friends and enemies,you accord with the way things are.Compassionate toward yourself,you reconcile all beings in the world.

Simplicity, patience, compassion.These three are your greate

Summary

This quote highlights the significance of simplicity, patience, and compassion as essential treasures in life. By embracing simplicity in our actions and thoughts, we can reconnect with our true essence. Through patience, we can align with the natural flow of life, accepting both friends and enemies. Compassion towards ourselves allows for the reconciliation of all beings in the world, emphasizing the interconnectedness and unity of humanity. These qualities serve as guiding principles to cultivate a harmonious existence and bring about inner peace and understanding.

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By Lao Tzu

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