In order to contract, It is necessary first to expand. In order to weaken, It is necessary first to strengthen. In order to destroy, It is first necessary to promote. In order to grasp, It is necessary first to give. This is called subtle light. The weak and the tender overcome the hard and the strong.

The sage acts without taking credit. He accomplishes without dwelling on it. He does not want to display his worth.

By letting go, it all gets done.

Simplicity has no name is free of desires. Being free of desires it is tranquil. And the world will be at peace of it's own accord.

Be content with an ordinary life.

Kindness in words creates confidence.

The longer you travel, the less you know.