Ends Quote by Lao Tzu
““Is it not because he has no personal and private ends, that therefore such ends are realised?””
About This Quote
Source Philosophy: Tao Te Ching, attributed to Lao Tzu, c. 400 BC
Without personal desire, universal goals are achieved naturally.
In simple terms: Selfless aims fulfill larger purposes.
Practice selflessness for broader impact.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- community service
- environmental activism
- team collaboration
- leadership
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you act without personal gain?
- What universal ends matter to you?
Self‑interest can conflict with collective good.