The valley spirit dies not, aye the same; the female mystery thus do we name.

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The valley spirit dies not, aye the same; The female mystery thus do we name. Its gate, from which at first they issued forth, Is called the root from which grew heaven and earth. Long and unbroken does its power remain, Used gently, and without the touch of pain.

Source Tao Te King, chapter 6 · 📖 Read the full passage

✨ To meditate on today

According to Lao Tzu, “the valley spirit” is the source of all life, welcoming like a valley and fruitful like a mother: it gives without ever running dry. Today, offer a simple act of kindness, without expecting anything in return.

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