Recently the media has been covering with some interest something called the ‘Sunday Assembly’ – which is described by its organisers as “a godless congregation that meets to hear great talks, sing songs, and generally celebrate life.” A first-time attender said: “It’s got all the good things about church without the terrible dogma”. The oneContinue reading…
Read MoreThe supreme good is like water, which nourishes all things without trying to. It is content with the low places that people disdain. Thus it is like the Tao. In dwelling, live close to the ground. In thinking, keep close to the simple. In conflict, be fair and generous. In governing, don’t try toContinue reading…
Read MoreHe who is genuine is not artificial; he who is artificial is not genuine. He who is intelligent is not quarrelsome; he who is quarrelsome is not intelligent. He who is wise is not pretentious; he who is pretentious is not wise. Therefore the intelligent man does not struggle to achieveContinue reading…
Read MoreIf a country is governed wisely, its inhabitants will be content. They enjoy the labour of their hands and don’t waste time inventing labour-saving machines. Since they dearly love their homes, they aren’t interested in travel. There may be a few wagons and boats, but these don’t go anywhere. There may be an arsenal ofContinue reading…
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