Lao Tzu Quotes
If you are a model to the Empire, then constant virtue will not be wanting [to the people].
Topics
Character
Empire
Ethics
Influence
Moral Leadership
People
Public Virtue
Righteousness
Role Model
Role Models
Virtue
Good Example
Leader, Leaders, Leadership
Ethical Standards
Imperial Influence
Inspiring Leadership
Model Behavior
Moral Guidance
Noble Character
Positive Example
Upright Conduct
Citations
Lao Tzu, c. 604-531 BC, Chinese Philosopher & Founder of Taoism, Tao Te Ching
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Lao Tzu (/ˈlaʊˈtsuː/ or /ˈlaʊˈdzʌ/), also rendered as Laozi (UK: /ˈlaʊˈzɪə/; US: /ˈlaʊˈtsiː/; Chinese: 老子, Mandarin: [làu̯.tsɹ̩]; commonly translated as "Old Master") and Lao-Tze (/ˈlaʊˈdzeɪ/), was an ancient Chinese philosopher and writer. He is the reputed author of the Tao Te Ching, the founder of philosophical Taoism, and a deity in religious Taoism and traditional Chinese religions.