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The ancients who understood the application of the Tao
Didn’t aim to make their people clever,
But rather to keep them simple.
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People become difficult to govern when they are clever; and
When those who govern a country are seen to be clever,
Everyone labors under a curse.
A nation whose leaders use the principles
Of performing attractive actions and returning to simplicity
Is blessed with natural virtues.
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These natural virtues are deep and far-reaching.
They help all things and return them to their simple selves.

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