The wise man puts himself last and finds himself first.
The career of a sage is of two kinds: He is either honored by all in the world, Like a flower waving its head, Or else he disappears into the silent forest.
Not valuing wealth prevents theft.
Silence is a source of great strenght.
The difficult problems in life always start off being simple. Great affairs always start off being small.
All streams flow to the sea because it is lower than they are. Humility gives it its power.