Lao-Tzu- Ideally people should turn their backs on civilization and live as simply as possible. The least government is the best government.
Confucius- What are you talking about. society needs an elaborate structure, reinforced by etiquette , to be effective. Li will take you to the promised land.
Lao- Tzu-Life is the greatest of all possessions, all others are doomed to decay. Your elaborate structure is doomed to decay. Fame, wealth, and power are all transient illusions.
Confucius-You can see for your own eyes my government is ideal. Crime is down, you do not have to lock your doors. Reciprocity will bring about superior human beings.
Lao-Tzu- Superior human beings have you looked around. Do you see what I see. We should have as little government as possible. The pursuit of fame and glory in your government is the source of all strife and discord. Is that what you want more strife and discord. Everyone knows that pride invites destruction.
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Hello, Rich.
Very Nice dialogue for this week’s blog. I feel you conveyed Confucius and Lzu-Tao thoughts rather skillfully.
Sincerely,
Chris
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