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Chapter 8
Way of the Master Servant

The highest goodness is like water
a
It nourishes all things without striving
b
It stays in low places others avoid
c
Therefore, it is like God

d
In dwelling, He remains in the right place
e
In thinking, He loves with great depth
In giving, He shows great kindness
In words, He speaks truthfully f
In governing, He rules with justice
g
In works, He reveals wonders
h
In action, He fulfills every promise in its time

Thus, He does not trespass against others i
And remains without fault