Know from the rivers in clefts and in crevices: those in small channels flow noisily, the great flow silent. Whatever's not full makes noise. Whatever is full is quiet.

Speak the truth do not become angered and give when asked, even be it a little. By these three conditions one goes to the presence of the gods.

Few among men are they who cross to the further shore. The others merely run up and down the bank on this side.

In the end these things matter most: How well did you love? How fully did you live? How deeply did you let go?

Just as the bee takes the nectar and leaves without damaging the color or scent of the flowers, so should the sage act in a village.

For those who are always courteous and respectful of elders, four things increase: life, beauty, happiness and strength.

Treat others with respect. How you treat others will be how they treat you.