the roots are deep and the stalks are firm—have a firm foundation and be not easily shaken;deep-rooted ❍ 有国之母，可以长久，是谓～，长生久视之道。(《老子》五十九) He who possesses the mother (Tao) of the state will last long. This means that the roots are deep and the stalks are firm,which is the way of long life and everlasting vision.