Selected Verses from Dao De Jing道德經

A quiet river, misty mountains, and a gentle return to simplicity—reflections inspired by the Dao De Jing.

The Dao De Jing carries a quiet and timeless wisdom. These selected lines invite us to slow down, return to simplicity, and trust the natural way of things. Each time I revisit them, they bring a gentle clarity that helps me meet life with more patience, balance, and peace.

People who truly understand Tao often find it hard to put into words. But those who talk about it just to get attention do not truly know it... (Chapter 5) 知者不言。言者不知。塞其兌。閉其門。挫其銳。解其紛。和其光。同其塵。是謂玄同。故不可得而親。亦不可得而疏。不可得而利。亦不可得而害。不可得而貴。亦不可得而賤。故為天下貴。	Link to the blog
The valley spirit never dies. It is the Mother of Creation. Through its gate flows the root of heaven and earth—ever-present and unseen. Its workings are endless, and without effort. (Chapter 6) 谷神不死，是謂玄牝。玄牝之門，是謂天地根。 綿綿若存，用之不勤。	Link to the blog

More will be added over time.