But if you do not have the Tao yourself, what business have you spending your time in vain efforts to bring corrupt politicians into the right path?
With a heavy load and a long journey
When the multitude detests a man, inquiry is necessary; when the multitude likes a man, inquiry is equally necessary.
If my mind be not engaged in worship, it is as though I worshipped not.
You must find time for reading, or surrender yourself to self-chosen ignorance.
The object of the superior man is truth.