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186: The Tao Te Ching

Classical Stuff You Should Know

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How to Rule From the Tow

Noor: "You have to understand the laws of nature first, which means emptying yourself" He says you can't be a withdrawn monk. War is not a good thing but he doesn't say you can never fight it em. Weapons are instruments of evil and are not valued by a man of virtue. They are only used as the last resort to attain peace when all else has failed. If their use is necessary, it is best to employ with calmness and tranquillity,. Even if it means victory. Those who rejoice over the victory enjoy killing. This indicates that war is reated as if it is a funeral service. For many lives have been killed, and hence should

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