Laozi:

When the Master governs, the people are hardly aware that he exists. Next best is a leader who is loved. Next, one who is feared. The worst is one who is despised.

— Laozi Ancient

Founder of Taoism

Context

Daodejing, Chapter 17

Date / Period

c. 6th-4th century BCE

Source

https://terebess.hu/english/tao/lau.html#c17

Verification

Unverifiable

Explanation

Found in 1 providers: gemini

Method

Cross Reference

Sources Checked

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