To bear the country's disgrace is to rule the shrines of soil and grain. To bear the country's misfortunes is to be the king of the world.
When the hares have all been caught, the hunting dogs are cooked.
Those who of old were good practicers of Tao did not use it to make people bright, but rather used it to make them simple.
From wonder into wonder existence opens.
If you do not change direction, you may end up where you are heading.
The Sage expects no recognition for what he does; he achieves merit but does not take it to himself; he does not wish to display his worth.