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Meaning
The quote says that the most valuable qualities are simplicity, patience, and compassion. It presents these as basic principles to live by rather than material success or complexity.
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Originally said in English.
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About Lao Tzu
1996 sculpture by Mark di Suvero
Lao Tzu is a 1996 sculpture by the American artist Mark di Suvero. It was previously installed at Acoma Plaza on West 13th Avenue in Denver, Colorado. The work is one of di Suvero’s public sculptures and is identified by the title Lao Tzu. Its recorded history in this source is limited to its date of creation and its former location in the United States.
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Tao Te Ching
A short classic, many translations exist.