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"Knowing others is intelligence; knowing yourself is true wisdom. Mastering others is strength; mastering yourself is true power."

— Lao Tzu

Knowing Others Is Intelligence Knowing Yourself Is True Wisdom Mastering Other

Knowing others is intelligence; knowing yourself is true wisdom. Mastering others is strength; mastering yourself is true power.

— Lao Tzu
From Tao Te Ching
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Tao Te Ching, Chapter 33

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