Face the simple fact before it comes involved. Solve the small problem before it becomes big.
Understanding others is knowledge, Understanding oneself is enlightenment; Conquering others is power, Conquering oneself is strength.
Trying to understand is like straining through muddy water. Be still and allow the mud to settle.
Harmony is called the eternal. Knowing the eternal is called clarity.
Give evil nothing to oppose and it will disappear by itself.
Governing a large country is like frying a small fish. You spoil it with too much poking. Center your country in the Tao and evil will have no power. Not that it isn't there, but you'll be able to step out of its way. Give evil nothing to oppose and it will disappear by itself.