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Knowing others is intelligence; knowing yourself is true wisdom. Mastering others is strength; mastering yourself is true power.

Lao TzuTao Te Ching, Chapter 33

Note

This quote distinguishes between external and internal mastery. While knowing and mastering others (external standard) shows intelligence and strength, knowing and mastering yourself (internal standard) represents true wisdom and power. The quote suggests that self-knowledge is the highest form of understanding.