The five colors blind the eye. The five notes deafen the ear. The five tastes dull the palate. Racing and hunting madden the mind. Precious goods keep their owners in fetters.
— Laozi Ancient

Founder of Taoism

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Context

Tao Te Ching, Chapter 12

Date / Period

c. 6th century BCE (approximate)

Category

Controversial

Source

https://terebess.hu/english/tao/laf.html

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