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Chapter One

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Department of Philosophy
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Daos can dao, but they are not constant (fixed, predictable) daos
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Designations can designate, but they are not constant (fixed, predictable) designations
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In the absence of designation, the world as a whole arises
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In the presence of designation, infinite diversity is born
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It is usually the case that, having no preferences, one observes subtle profundity
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It is usually the case that, having preferences, one observes superficial limitations and distinctions
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These pairs arise simultaneously, but are differently named-
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Their simultaneity is termed "mysterious"
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Mystery, and then further mystery-
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The gateway into all wonder.
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