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1st ed. EIGHTEEN When people no longer follow the great TAO, they originate the ideas of benevolence and righteousness. When knowledge and learning are cultivated there is hypocrisy. When relatives are unfriendly to one another, they adopt the teaching of filial piety and paternal affection. When a country is in confusion and discord, ideals of loyalty and patriotism arise.
Source: Internet Sacred Text Archive, file tao/ltw2/tao18.htm.
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