Lao Tzu Wisdom Quotes

View some of the most famous Wisdom quotes by Lao Tzu; Click on the quote page to view more details about the quote.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What did Lao Tzu say about Wisdom?

Lao Tzu has written many quotes about Wisdom. E.g.,

  • A good traveler has no fixed plans, and is not intent on arriving.
  • Silence is a source of great strength.
  • I have just three things to teach: simplicity, patience, compassion. These three are your greatest treasures.

What are the top most famous Wisdom quotes by Lao Tzu?

Here are the top most famous quotes about Wisdom by Lao Tzu.

  • A good traveler has no fixed plans, and is not intent on arriving.
  • Silence is a source of great strength.
  • I have just three things to teach: simplicity, patience, compassion. These three are your greatest treasures.
  • Knowing others is wisdom, knowing yourself is Enlightenment.
  • Life is a series of natural and spontaneous changes. Dont resist them, that only creates sorrow. Let things flow naturally forward in whatever way they like.
  • Doing nothing is better than being busy doing nothing.
  • If you look to others for fulfillment, you will never be fulfilled. If your happiness depends on money, you will never be happy with yourself. Be content with what you have; rejoice in the way things are. When you realize there is nothing lacking, the world belongs to you.
  • The wise stand out because they see themselves as part of the Whole. They shine because they dont want to impress. They achieve great things because they dont look for recognition. Their wisdom is contained in what they are, not their opinions. They refuse to argue, so no-one argues with them.
  • To lead people, walk beside them... As for the best leaders, the people do not notice their existence. The next best, the people honor and praise. The next, the people fear; and the next, the people hate. When the best leaders work is done the people say, We did it ourselves.
  • If you do not change direction, you may end up where youre heading.