Ain’t that a man? I like his attitude.

Eighteen

When the great Tao is forgotten,
Kindness and morality arise.
When wisdom and intelligence are born,
The great pretense begins.

When there is no peace within the family,
Filial piety and devotion arise.
When the country is confused and in chaos.
Loyal ministers appear.

Tao Te Ching by Lao Tsu
Translation by Ray Burgess