Laozi

AncientPhilosopherChina-604 — -531

Spring and Autumn period thinker, founder of the Taoist school. Author of the *Tao Te Ching*, whose philosophy of governing by non-action has had a profound influence.

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Born

604 BCE

Died

531 BCE

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China

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Ancient

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Philosopher

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Military (10%)23

Political (20%)27

Influence (20%)87

Legacy (20%)82

Leadership (15%)21

Strategy (15%)51

Total Score52.1

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