Therefore all in the world delight to exalt him and do not weary of him.When we relate to others without force and contrivance, people tend to gravitate toward us. Though we may not seek to lead, others around us will encourage us to do so.
~ James Legge translation, from The Sacred Books of the East, 1891 ~
The whole world will support him and will not tire of him.
~ Gia-fu Feng and Jane English translation, published by Vintage Books, 1989 ~
Thus the world is glad to push them forward without resentment
~ Derek Lin translation, from Tao Te Ching: Annotated & Explained, published by SkyLight Paths, 2006 ~
They'll always support a leader like that,
~ Ron Hogan rendition, from Beatrice.com, 2004 ~
Why?
Because all of us want to be nurtured and supported! Leaders who nurture and support the community bring out the best in people.
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