and turns back to what the multitude of men have passed by.
~ James Legge translation, from The Sacred Books of the East, 1891 ~
He brings men back to what they have lost.
~ Gia-fu Feng and Jane English translation, published by Vintage Books, 1989 ~
To redeem the fault of the people
~ Derek Lin translation, from Tao Te Ching: Annotated & Explained, published by SkyLight Paths, 2006 ~
They pay attention to what everybody else ignores.
~ Ron Hogan rendition, from Beatrice.com, 2004 ~
John Lash has this to say about this line.
By the example of his life and the power of his compassionate love, he helps all with whom he comes in contact to discover their own natures. His very existence reminds people of the Oneness and brotherhood of all things and all people.
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