Tang, the prime minister of Shang, asked Chuang Tzu about benevolence.Go here to read the introductory post to the chapters of the Book of Chuang Tzu.
Chuang Tzu said, "Tigers and wolves - they're benevolent."
"How can you say that?"
Chuang Tzu said, "Sire and cubs warm and affectionate with one another - why do you say they're not benevolent?"
"What I am asking to hear about is perfect benevolence."
"Perfect benevolence knows no affection," said Chuang Tzu.
~ Burton Watson translation via Terebess Asia Online ~
Saturday, March 26, 2011
Chapter 14, Part 2A - Chuang Tzu
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