If you realize that you have enough, you are truly rich.

The Way is empty, yet inexhaustible, like an abyss!

Health is the greatest possession. Contentment is the greatest treasure. Confidence is the greatest friend. Non-being is the greatest joy.

Therefore the Sage embraces Unity, and is a model for all under Heaven. He is free from self-display, therefore he shines forth; from self-assertion, therefore he is distinguished; from self-glorification, therefore he has merit; from self-exaltation, therefore he rises superior to all. Inasmuch as he does not strive, there is no one in the world who can strive with him.

Moderation means prevention. Prevention means achieving much virtue.

Goodness strives not, and therefore it is not rebuked.

When merit has been achieved, do not take it to yourself; for if you do not take it to yourself, it shall never be taken from you.