Lao Tzu Quotes

When many people are killed, they should be mourned and lamented. Those who are victorious in war should follow the rites of funerals.

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• When many people are killed, they should be mourned and lamented. Those who are victorious in war should follow the rites of funerals.

  

  Lao Tzu
  • War
  • Killed
  • Victorious