Those who seek knowledge, collect something every day. Those who seek the Way, let go of something every day.

The sense organs, which are limited in scope and ability, randomly gather information. This partial information is arranged into judgments, which are based on previous judgments, which are usually based on someone else's foolish ideas. These false concepts and ideas are then stored in a highly selective memory system.

When the sage stands above people, they are not oppressed. When he leads people, they are not obstructed. The world will exalt him and not grow tired of him.

Stay at the center and let all things take their course.

He who knows others is clever; He who knows himself has discernment.

For all things difficult to acquire, the intelligent man works with perseverance.

The one who rules like the mother lasts long.