Tao Te Ching
What are the motifs in Tao Te Ching by Stephen Mitchell?
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The Tao Te Ching warns that looking, listening, and reaching wisdom are impossible, but one can be wisdom. Author Lao-tzu admits that some people find his teaching nonsense, lofty but impractical, but those who look inside themselves see that it makes perfect sense. Lao-tzu teaches simplicity, patience, and compassion. Lao-tzu's teachings are easy to understand but hard to practice.