The tree which fills the arms grew from the tiniest sprout.

Therefore: In dwelling, choose modest quarters, in thinking, value stillness, in dealing with others, be kind, in choosing words, be sincere, in leading, be just, in working, be competent, in acting, choose the correct timing. Follow these words and there will be no error.

Why separate your spiritual life and your practical life? To an integral being, there is no such distinction.

People are hard to govern. The rulers interfere with too much. That is why people are hard to govern.

He who holds on to the Way seeks no excess. Since he lacks excess, he can grow old in no need to be renewed.

A tree that can fill the span of a man's arms grows from a downy tip; A terrace nine stories high rises from level earth; A journey of a thousand miles starts from beneath one's feet.

A multitude of words is tiresome, unlike remaining centered.