He (the Sage) does not show off, therefore he shines.
Doing nothing is better than being busy doing nothing.
Those who have compassion when they do battle will be victorious. Those who likewise defend themselves will be safe. Heaven will rescue and protect them with compassion.
The nameless is the beginning of Heaven and Earth. The named is the mother of all things.
Who is there who can make muddy waters clear? But if allowed to remain still, it will gradually clear itself.
Anticipate the difficult by managing the easy.