Change Quote by Laozi
“There is something obscure which is complete before heaven and earth arose; tranquil, quiet, standing alone without change, moving without peril. It could be the mother of everything. Not knowing its name, I call it Tao.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Tao Te Ching, c. 400 BC
The Tao is an indescribable, timeless source of all, existing before and beyond creation.
In simple terms: Tao is the nameless source of everything.
Seek harmony with the Tao.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- meditation
- mindful living
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you experience the Tao?
- What does “non‑action” mean in daily life?
Concept is abstract and hard to grasp.