Lao-Tzu, a prophet who died in 531 B.C. in China, was author of the 81 verses of the Tao Te Ching; Tao as “the way,” Te as “the shape and power,” and Ching as “the book.” Lao-Tzu urges us to see value in being humble. If action seems called for, he asks us to consider non-action. If we feel that grasping will help us acquire what we need or want, he counsels us to let go and be patient. The Tao never begins or ends, does nothing and yet animates everything in the world of form and boundaries.