Man follows the earth.
Earth follows the universe.
 Lao Tzu, Tao Te Ching (4th century BC). copy citation

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Author Lao Tzu
Source Tao Te Ching
Topic universe earth
Date 4th century BC
Language English
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Note Translated by Stephen Mitchell
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Context

“It flows through all things, inside and outside, and returns to the origin of all things. The Tao is great. The universe is great. Earth is great. Man is great. These are the four great powers. Man follows the earth. Earth follows the universe. The universe follows the Tao. The Tao follows only itself. 26 The heavy is the root of the light. The unmoved is the source of all movement. Thus the Master travels all day without leaving home.” source