A Quote by Lao Tzu

When virtue is lost, benevolence appears, when benevolence is lost right conduct appears, when right conduct is lost, expedience appears. Expediency is the mere shadow of right and truth; it is the beginning of disorder.

Lao Tzu

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Truth Appears Beginning Benevolence Conduct Disorder Expedience Expediency Lost Mere Right Right Conduct Shadow Virtue

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Lao Tzu
Chinese - Philosopher

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