The sage is one with the world, and lives in harmony with it.
The usefulness of the pot lies in its emptiness.
There is no calamity greater than lavish desires. There is no greater guilt than discontent. And there is no greater disaster than greed.
The one who rules like the mother lasts long.
Conquering others requires force. Conquering oneself requires strength
The usefulness of a pot comes from its emptiness.