On The Tao….

[Tisra Til]

Stanza Fifteen

The ancient ones who knew how to live
with the subtle essence of the universe
were gentle and flexible, profound and indistinguishable.
They were too deep to be known,
thus we can only describe their appearance.
They did not rush into anything,
as if fording an icy stream in early winter.
They were retiring and hesitant, not asserting,
as if they were shy of people.
They were reverent in demeanor to everyone,
as if meeting honored guests.
They did not insist on imposing their views on others
or interfering in worldly affairs,
as if they were passing travelers.
They adapted themselves to a circumstance
like melting ice.

Simple and genuine, they were like virgin timber.
Empty and receptive,
they were equally kind to all things;
like the water of a stream flowing
down a mountain, they benefited all things.
Who else could move constantly
from the gross and heavy, to the light and pure?
Who else could evolve steadily
from the inert and stagnant to everlasting life?

Those who hold fast to the subtle essence of the universe
do not desire to extend themselves in climax.
Because there is no climax to one’s extension and expansion,
life is continually renewing itself.

[fife]

Post by Tisra Til
Stanza Fifteen
The ancient ones who knew how to live
with the subtle essence of the universe
were gentle and flexible, profound and indistinguishable.
They were too deep to be known,
thus we can only describe their appearance.
They did not rush into anything,
as if fording an icy stream in early winter.
They were retiring and hesitant, not asserting,
as if they were shy of people.
They were reverent in demeanor to everyone,
as if meeting honored guests.
They did not insist on imposing their views on others
or interfering in worldly affairs,
as if they were passing travelers.
They adapted themselves to a circumstance
like melting ice.
Simple and genuine, they were like virgin timber.
Empty and receptive,
they were equally kind to all things;
like the water of a stream flowing
down a mountain, they benefited all things.
Who else could move constantly
from the gross and heavy, to the light and pure?
Who else could evolve steadily
from the inert and stagnant to everlasting life?
Those who hold fast to the subtle essence of the universe
do not desire to extend themselves in climax.
Because there is no climax to one’s extension and expansion,
life is continually renewing itself.

Yes.

[Henosis Sage]

Post by Tisra Til
Stanza Fifteen
The ancient ones who knew how to live
with the subtle essence of the universe
were gentle and flexible, profound and indistinguishable.
They were too deep to be known,
thus we can only describe their appearance.
They did not rush into anything,
as if fording an icy stream in early winter.
They were retiring and hesitant, not asserting,
as if they were shy of people.
They were reverent in demeanor to everyone,
as if meeting honored guests.
They did not insist on imposing their views on others
or interfering in worldly affairs,
as if they were passing travelers.
They adapted themselves to a circumstance
like melting ice.
Simple and genuine, they were like virgin timber.
Empty and receptive,
they were equally kind to all things;
like the water of a stream flowing
down a mountain, they benefited all things.
Who else could move constantly
from the gross and heavy, to the light and pure?
Who else could evolve steadily
from the inert and stagnant to everlasting life?
Those who hold fast to the subtle essence of the universe
do not desire to extend themselves in climax.
Because there is no climax to one’s extension and expansion,
life is continually renewing itself.

Yes.

Yes? the ancient ones maybe, not you fifey. :-)

They were reverent in demeanor to everyone...
Simple and genuine...
they were equally kind to all things...

but i hope it doesn't sound like i'm pissing down everyone's neck ... lol

[Tisra Til]

Post by Henosis Sage

Post by Tisra Til
Stanza Fifteen
The ancient ones who knew how to live
with the subtle essence of the universe
were gentle and flexible, profound and indistinguishable.
They were too deep to be known,
thus we can only describe their appearance.
They did not rush into anything,
as if fording an icy stream in early winter.
They were retiring and hesitant, not asserting,
as if they were shy of people.
They were reverent in demeanor to everyone,
as if meeting honored guests.
They did not insist on imposing their views on others
or interfering in worldly affairs,
as if they were passing travelers.
They adapted themselves to a circumstance
like melting ice.
Simple and genuine, they were like virgin timber.
Empty and receptive,
they were equally kind to all things;
like the water of a stream flowing
down a mountain, they benefited all things.
Who else could move constantly
from the gross and heavy, to the light and pure?
Who else could evolve steadily
from the inert and stagnant to everlasting life?
Those who hold fast to the subtle essence of the universe
do not desire to extend themselves in climax.
Because there is no climax to one’s extension and expansion,
life is continually renewing itself.

Yes.

Yes? the ancient ones maybe, not you fifey. :-)
They were reverent in demeanor to everyone...
Simple and genuine...
they were equally kind to all things...
but i hope it doesn't sound like i'm pissing down everyone's neck ... lol

For the love of humanity, don’t make me have to intervene in this battle of titans. Zeus, throw away your bolts! Apollo. Put down that shovel! NOW!! You hear me!?

Wordplay. Ain’t it lovely? 🥰 🥰

Stop it Mike! We must maintain balance and civility in this life or death struggle of the ages.
Just DO IT!
Yes, my higher self. Whatever you say. (backing away in humble obeisance).

[Tisra Til]

Post by Henosis Sage

Post by Tisra Til
Stanza Fifteen
The ancient ones who knew how to live
with the subtle essence of the universe
were gentle and flexible, profound and indistinguishable.
They were too deep to be known,
thus we can only describe their appearance.
They did not rush into anything,
as if fording an icy stream in early winter.
They were retiring and hesitant, not asserting,
as if they were shy of people.
They were reverent in demeanor to everyone,
as if meeting honored guests.
They did not insist on imposing their views on others
or interfering in worldly affairs,
as if they were passing travelers.
They adapted themselves to a circumstance
like melting ice.
Simple and genuine, they were like virgin timber.
Empty and receptive,
they were equally kind to all things;
like the water of a stream flowing
down a mountain, they benefited all things.
Who else could move constantly
from the gross and heavy, to the light and pure?
Who else could evolve steadily
from the inert and stagnant to everlasting life?
Those who hold fast to the subtle essence of the universe
do not desire to extend themselves in climax.
Because there is no climax to one’s extension and expansion,
life is continually renewing itself.

Yes.

Yes? the ancient ones maybe, not you fifey. :-)
They were reverent in demeanor to everyone...
Simple and genuine...
they were equally kind to all things...
but i hope it doesn't sound like i'm pissing down everyone's neck ... lol

For the love of humanity, don’t make me have to intervene in this battle of titans. Zeus, throw away your bolts! Apollo. Put down that shovel! NOW!! You hear me!?
Wordplay. Ain’t it lovely? 🥰 🥰
Stop it Mike! We must maintain balance and civility in this life or death struggle of the ages.
Just DO IT!
Yes, my higher self. Whatever you say. (backing away in humble obeisance).

Sorry for finding humor at other people’s expense (keep backing away. remember “humble obeisance”. It’s all the rage.)

Or so I’ve heard. Haven’t actually witnessed it in person. But the night is young. 🤪 🤨

[Tisra Til]

Post by Henosis Sage

Post by Tisra Til
Stanza Fifteen
The ancient ones who knew how to live
with the subtle essence of the universe
were gentle and flexible, profound and indistinguishable.
They were too deep to be known,
thus we can only describe their appearance.
They did not rush into anything,
as if fording an icy stream in early winter.
They were retiring and hesitant, not asserting,
as if they were shy of people.
They were reverent in demeanor to everyone,
as if meeting honored guests.
They did not insist on imposing their views on others
or interfering in worldly affairs,
as if they were passing travelers.
They adapted themselves to a circumstance
like melting ice.
Simple and genuine, they were like virgin timber.
Empty and receptive,
they were equally kind to all things;
like the water of a stream flowing
down a mountain, they benefited all things.
Who else could move constantly
from the gross and heavy, to the light and pure?
Who else could evolve steadily
from the inert and stagnant to everlasting life?
Those who hold fast to the subtle essence of the universe
do not desire to extend themselves in climax.
Because there is no climax to one’s extension and expansion,
life is continually renewing itself.

Yes.

Yes? the ancient ones maybe, not you fifey. :-)
They were reverent in demeanor to everyone...
Simple and genuine...
they were equally kind to all things...
but i hope it doesn't sound like i'm pissing down everyone's neck ... lol

For the love of humanity, don’t make me have to intervene in this battle of titans. Zeus, throw away your bolts! Apollo. Put down that shovel! NOW!! You hear me!?
Wordplay. Ain’t it lovely? 🥰 🥰
Stop it Mike! We must maintain balance and civility in this life or death struggle of the ages.
Just DO IT!
Yes, my higher self. Whatever you say. (backing away in humble obeisance).

Sorry for finding humor at other people’s expense (keep backing away. remember “humble obeisance”. It’s all the rage.)
Or so I’ve heard. Haven’t actually witnessed it in person. But the night is young. 🤪 🤨

What was in that wine, anyway? I see heads looking up and away.

[Henosis Sage]

Post by Henosis Sage

Post by Tisra Til
Stanza Fifteen
The ancient ones who knew how to live
with the subtle essence of the universe
were gentle and flexible, profound and indistinguishable.
They were too deep to be known,
thus we can only describe their appearance.
They did not rush into anything,
as if fording an icy stream in early winter.
They were retiring and hesitant, not asserting,
as if they were shy of people.
They were reverent in demeanor to everyone,
as if meeting honored guests.
They did not insist on imposing their views on others
or interfering in worldly affairs,
as if they were passing travelers.
They adapted themselves to a circumstance
like melting ice.
Simple and genuine, they were like virgin timber.
Empty and receptive,
they were equally kind to all things;
like the water of a stream flowing
down a mountain, they benefited all things.
Who else could move constantly
from the gross and heavy, to the light and pure?
Who else could evolve steadily
from the inert and stagnant to everlasting life?
Those who hold fast to the subtle essence of the universe
do not desire to extend themselves in climax.
Because there is no climax to one’s extension and expansion,
life is continually renewing itself.

Yes.

Yes? the ancient ones maybe, not you fifey. :-)
They were reverent in demeanor to everyone...
Simple and genuine...
they were equally kind to all things...
but i hope it doesn't sound like i'm pissing down everyone's neck ... lol

For the love of humanity, don’t make me have to intervene in this battle of titans. Zeus, throw away your bolts! Apollo. Put down that shovel! NOW!! You hear me!?
Wordplay. Ain’t it lovely? 🥰 🥰
Stop it Mike! We must maintain balance and civility in this life or death struggle of the ages.
Just DO IT!
Yes, my higher self. Whatever you say. (backing away in humble obeisance).

Sorry for finding humor at other people’s expense (keep backing away. remember “humble obeisance”. It’s all the rage.)
Or so I’ve heard. Haven’t actually witnessed it in person. But the night is young. 🤪 🤨

What was in that wine, anyway? I see heads looking up and away.

:-)

The Tao is nonplussed.

[Tisra Til]

Post by Henosis Sage

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Post by Tisra Til
Stanza Fifteen
The ancient ones who knew how to live
with the subtle essence of the universe
were gentle and flexible, profound and indistinguishable.
They were too deep to be known,
thus we can only describe their appearance.
They did not rush into anything,
as if fording an icy stream in early winter.
They were retiring and hesitant, not asserting,
as if they were shy of people.
They were reverent in demeanor to everyone,
as if meeting honored guests.
They did not insist on imposing their views on others
or interfering in worldly affairs,
as if they were passing travelers.
They adapted themselves to a circumstance
like melting ice.
Simple and genuine, they were like virgin timber.
Empty and receptive,
they were equally kind to all things;
like the water of a stream flowing
down a mountain, they benefited all things.
Who else could move constantly
from the gross and heavy, to the light and pure?
Who else could evolve steadily
from the inert and stagnant to everlasting life?
Those who hold fast to the subtle essence of the universe
do not desire to extend themselves in climax.
Because there is no climax to one’s extension and expansion,
life is continually renewing itself.

Yes.

Yes? the ancient ones maybe, not you fifey. :-)
They were reverent in demeanor to everyone...
Simple and genuine...
they were equally kind to all things...
but i hope it doesn't sound like i'm pissing down everyone's neck ... lol

For the love of humanity, don’t make me have to intervene in this battle of titans. Zeus, throw away your bolts! Apollo. Put down that shovel! NOW!! You hear me!?
Wordplay. Ain’t it lovely? 🥰 🥰
Stop it Mike! We must maintain balance and civility in this life or death struggle of the ages.
Just DO IT!
Yes, my higher self. Whatever you say. (backing away in humble obeisance).

Sorry for finding humor at other people’s expense (keep backing away. remember “humble obeisance”. It’s all the rage.)
Or so I’ve heard. Haven’t actually witnessed it in person. But the night is young. 🤪 🤨

What was in that wine, anyway? I see heads looking up and away.

:-)
The Tao is nonplussed.

So say you.
Simple Simon. 👅

[Henosis Sage]

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Post by Tisra Til
Stanza Fifteen
The ancient ones who knew how to live
with the subtle essence of the universe
were gentle and flexible, profound and indistinguishable.
They were too deep to be known,
thus we can only describe their appearance.
They did not rush into anything,
as if fording an icy stream in early winter.
They were retiring and hesitant, not asserting,
as if they were shy of people.
They were reverent in demeanor to everyone,
as if meeting honored guests.
They did not insist on imposing their views on others
or interfering in worldly affairs,
as if they were passing travelers.
They adapted themselves to a circumstance
like melting ice.
Simple and genuine, they were like virgin timber.
Empty and receptive,
they were equally kind to all things;
like the water of a stream flowing
down a mountain, they benefited all things.
Who else could move constantly
from the gross and heavy, to the light and pure?
Who else could evolve steadily
from the inert and stagnant to everlasting life?
Those who hold fast to the subtle essence of the universe
do not desire to extend themselves in climax.
Because there is no climax to one’s extension and expansion,
life is continually renewing itself.

Yes.

Yes? the ancient ones maybe, not you fifey. :-)
They were reverent in demeanor to everyone...
Simple and genuine...
they were equally kind to all things...
but i hope it doesn't sound like i'm pissing down everyone's neck ... lol

For the love of humanity, don’t make me have to intervene in this battle of titans. Zeus, throw away your bolts! Apollo. Put down that shovel! NOW!! You hear me!?
Wordplay. Ain’t it lovely? 🥰 🥰
Stop it Mike! We must maintain balance and civility in this life or death struggle of the ages.
Just DO IT!
Yes, my higher self. Whatever you say. (backing away in humble obeisance).

Sorry for finding humor at other people’s expense (keep backing away. remember “humble obeisance”. It’s all the rage.)
Or so I’ve heard. Haven’t actually witnessed it in person. But the night is young. 🤪 🤨

What was in that wine, anyway? I see heads looking up and away.

:-)
The Tao is nonplussed.

So say you.
Simple Simon. 👅

nonplussed as in unruffled by newsgroup disturbances or other matters.

[Tisra Til]

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Stanza Fifteen
The ancient ones who knew how to live
with the subtle essence of the universe
were gentle and flexible, profound and indistinguishable.
They were too deep to be known,
thus we can only describe their appearance.
They did not rush into anything,
as if fording an icy stream in early winter.
They were retiring and hesitant, not asserting,
as if they were shy of people.
They were reverent in demeanor to everyone,
as if meeting honored guests.
They did not insist on imposing their views on others
or interfering in worldly affairs,
as if they were passing travelers.
They adapted themselves to a circumstance
like melting ice.
Simple and genuine, they were like virgin timber.
Empty and receptive,
they were equally kind to all things;
like the water of a stream flowing
down a mountain, they benefited all things.
Who else could move constantly
from the gross and heavy, to the light and pure?
Who else could evolve steadily
from the inert and stagnant to everlasting life?
Those who hold fast to the subtle essence of the universe
do not desire to extend themselves in climax.
Because there is no climax to one’s extension and expansion,
life is continually renewing itself.

Yes.

Yes? the ancient ones maybe, not you fifey. :-)
They were reverent in demeanor to everyone...
Simple and genuine...
they were equally kind to all things...
but i hope it doesn't sound like i'm pissing down everyone's neck ... lol

For the love of humanity, don’t make me have to intervene in this battle of titans. Zeus, throw away your bolts! Apollo. Put down that shovel! NOW!! You hear me!?
Wordplay. Ain’t it lovely? 🥰 🥰
Stop it Mike! We must maintain balance and civility in this life or death struggle of the ages.
Just DO IT!
Yes, my higher self. Whatever you say. (backing away in humble obeisance).

Sorry for finding humor at other people’s expense (keep backing away. remember “humble obeisance”. It’s all the rage.)
Or so I’ve heard. Haven’t actually witnessed it in person. But the night is young. 🤪 🤨

What was in that wine, anyway? I see heads looking up and away.

:-)
The Tao is nonplussed.

So say you.
Simple Simon. 👅

nonplussed as in unruffled by newsgroup disturbances or other matters.

Fair enough

[Henosis Sage]

Post by Tisra Til
Stanza Fifteen
The ancient ones who knew how to live
with the subtle essence of the universe
were gentle and flexible, profound and indistinguishable.
They were too deep to be known,
thus we can only describe their appearance.
They did not rush into anything,
as if fording an icy stream in early winter.
They were retiring and hesitant, not asserting,
as if they were shy of people.
They were reverent in demeanor to everyone,
as if meeting honored guests.
They did not insist on imposing their views on others
or interfering in worldly affairs,
as if they were passing travelers.
They adapted themselves to a circumstance
like melting ice.
Simple and genuine, they were like virgin timber.
Empty and receptive,
they were equally kind to all things;
like the water of a stream flowing
down a mountain, they benefited all things.
Who else could move constantly
from the gross and heavy, to the light and pure?
Who else could evolve steadily
from the inert and stagnant to everlasting life?
Those who hold fast to the subtle essence of the universe
do not desire to extend themselves in climax.
Because there is no climax to one’s extension and expansion,
life is continually renewing itself.

very nice.