Laozi:

A great nation is like a great man: When he makes a mistake, he realizes it. Having realized it, he admits it. Having admitted it, he corrects it. He considers those who point out his faults as his most benevolent teachers. He thinks of his enemies as if they were himself. He doesn't hold them in contempt.

— Laozi Ancient

Founder of Taoism

Context

Daodejing, Chapter 61

Date / Period

c. 6th-4th century BCE

Source

https://terebess.hu/english/tao/lau.html#c61

Verification

Unverifiable

Explanation

Found in 1 providers: gemini

Method

Cross Reference

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