折疑論 5.49

5.49

His Way was rooted in concentrating the qi to attain suppleness, embracing the One and preserving the real, filling the belly and emptying the mind. (Laozi's Way was to focus on preserving the essential qi, preventing it from scattering and becoming disordered, so that the bodily form responds to it and accords with it; hence one is able to attain suppleness and harmony. "Embracing the One and preserving the real" refers to his Way of non-action and spontaneity. "The One" signifies the utmost, meaning that there is no second; hence one embraces the unitary qi and firmly preserves original authenticity. The Daodejing says: "Filling their bellies" means cherishing the Way, embracing the One, and preserving one's real spirit. "Emptying their minds" refers to eliminating cravings and desires, and removing afflictions.)