IMG: Title - TAO TE CHING, A New Translation by Akrishi
 
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Chapter 36
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IMG: Chinese text - 36.1
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36.1.1 That which is desired to be closed,
must originally be open.
That which is desired to be weakened,
must originally be strong.
36.1.2 That which is desired to be deposed,
must originally be promoted.
That which is desired to be taken away,
must originally be given.
36.1.3 This is called subtle understanding.
36.2 The tender and weak overcomes the hard and strong.
36.3.1 Fish cannot leave the deep waters.
36.3.2 The country's excellent implements and talents,
should not be shown to (other) people.
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