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Father of Taoism, Ancient Chinese Philosopher, Libertarian and Anti-state Theorist, Writer, and Critic of Confucian Culture
: An ancient Chinese philosopher and writer. He is the reputed author of the Tao Te Ching, the founder of philosophical Taoism, and a deity in religious Taoism and traditional Chinese religions. A semi-legendary figure, Laozi is usually portrayed as a 6th-century BCE contemporary of Confucius in the Spring and Autumn period. (From: Wikipedia.org.)
Quote #22 on Ecological Struggle Quotes >> Animal Rights and Humanity
“...pinning a butterfly: the husk is captured, but the flying is lost. Why not be content with simply experiencing it?”
Source: "Hua Hu Ching," by Lao Tzu, circa 600, BC. Part 6.
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