He who stands on tiptoe is not steady. He who strides cannot maintain the pace. He who makes a show is not enlightened. He who is self-righteous is not respected. He who boasts achieves nothing. He who brags will not endure. According to followers of the Tao, "These are extra food and unnecessary luggage." They do not bring happiness, therefore followers of the Tao avoid them.

Care about what other people think and you will always be their prisoner.

Virtue in its grandest aspect is neither more nor less than following reason.

Knowledge studies others, wisdom is self known.

The power of intuitive understanding will protect you from harm until the end of your days.

People starve. The rulers consume too much with their taxes. That is why people starve.

In ancient times, people said that imperfect moves to becoming perfect. Are these words vain? No! Truly, by gaining Unity you come to Perfection!