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Chapter

18

大道废,有仁义;智慧出,有大伪;六亲不和,有孝慈;国家昏乱,有忠臣。

When the great Tao were abandoned, humanity and justice emerged. When talent and insight were exalted, huge hypocrisy appeared. When close relatives ceased to live in good harmony, acts of piety and dutiful children were praised. When kingdoms fallen into disorder, loyal patriots were numerous.

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