Abide not with dualism, Carefully avoid pursuing it; As soon as you have right and wrong, Confusion ensues, and Mind is lost. (172)

About This Quote

Dualism is a term used to describe the belief that there is a separation between good and evil. This belief leads to confusion and loss of mind. In this quote, Tao Te Ching writer Lao Tzu speaks against dualism and the confusion that it causes. He encourages his readers to avoid even considering such a belief.

The world is neither good nor evil, as such a belief would indicate. Instead, the world exists in a state of harmony where all things are simply what they are. If we have right and wrong, we have no room for anything else.

Source: Buddhist Scriptures

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