Get out the microscope, because we’re going through this poem line-by-line.
- The best generals aren't big, aggressive jerks who love war.
- They don't stomp around being angry all the time.
- The greatest victories are won without violence.
- The greatest leaders lead with humility.
- In this way, they are unified with the Tao—though it is the most powerful thing there is, it never brags about its power.
- This is the most important lesson the ancient sages have for us.