Chapter 33

1. He who knows other men is discerning; he who knows himself is intelligent. He who overcomes others is strong; he who overcomes himself is mighty. He who is satisfied with his lot is rich; he who goes on acting with energy has a (firm) will.

Commentary

Commentary

Source: Editorial Summary
This chapter explores cor e themes of the Tao Te Ching, including non-action, harmony with nature, and the power of simplicity.

Philosophical Insight

Source: Paul Carus (1913) - Canon of Reason and Virtue
1. One who knows others is clever, but one who knows himself is enlightened. 2. One who conquers oth ers is powerful, but one who conquers himself is mighty. 3. One who knows contentment is rich and one who pushes with vigor has will. 4. One who loses not his place endures. 5. One who may die but will not perish, has life everlasting. Next: 34. Trust in its Perfection | « Previous: The Canon of Reason and Virtue (Tao te Ching): The Old Ph... Next: The Canon of Reason and Virtue (Tao te Ching): Th...