That, which others compress - will widen up and open. That, which others weaken - will strengthen. That, which others destroy - will blossom. Whoever wished to take something from the other, will inevitably loose his own.

The reality of the building does not consist in the roof and walls, but in the space within to be lived in.

When the emperor is crowned or the three dukes are appointed, rather than sending a gift of jade carried by four horses, remain still and offer the Way.

Heaven and Earth are not kind. They regard all things as offerings.

Stop leaving and you will arrive, Stop searching and you will see, Stop running away and you will be found.

People aren't against you; they are for themselves. The most dangerous risk of all - the risk of spending your life not doing what you want on the bet you can buy yourself the freedom to do it later. He who conquers others is strong, he who conquers himself is mighty.

Kindness in thought leads to wisdom. Kindness in speech leads to eloquence. Kindness in action leads to love.