The skilful masters (of the Tao) in old times, with
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THE TAO AND ITS CHARACTERISTICS
The skilful masters (of the Tao) in old times, with a subtle
and exquisite penetration, comprehended its mysteries, and were deep
(also) so as to elude men's knowledge As they were thus beyond men's
knowledge, I will make an effort to describe of what sort they
appeared to be
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