the sage abides in a humble place

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this way
　　it is like the Tao itself.
　　Like water, the sage abides in a humble place;
　　in meditation, without desire;
　　in thoughtfulness, he is profound,
　　and in his dealings, kind.
　　In speech [link widoczny dla zalogowanych], sincerity guides the man of Tao,
　　and as a leader, he is just.
　　In management, competence is his aim [link widoczny dla zalogowanych],
　　and he ensures the pacing is correct.
　　Because he does not act for his own ends,
　　nor cause unnecessary conflict,
　　he is held to be correct
　　in his actions towards his fellow man.
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　　WITHOUT EXTREMES
　　The cup is easier to hold
　　when not filled to overflowing.
　　The blade is more effective
　　if not tempered beyond its mettle.
　　Gold and jade are easier to protect
　　if possessed in moderation.
　　He who seeks titles,
　　invites his own downfall.
　　The sage works quietly,
　　seeking neither praise nor fame;
　　completing what he does with natural ease [link widoczny dla zalogowanych],
　　and then retiring.
　　This is the way and nature of Tao.
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　　CLEANING THE DARK MIRROR
　　Maintaining unity is virtuous,
　　for the inner world of thought is one
　　with the external world
　　of action and of things.
　　The sage avoids their separation,