The sage is one with the world, and lives in harmony with it.

Muddy water, let stand, becomes clear.

The Master observes the world, but trusts his inner vision. He allows things to come and go. His heart is as open as the sky.

The ego is entranced by ... names and ideas... However names and concepts only block your perception of this Great Oneness. Therefore it is wise to ignore them. Those who live inside their egos are continually bewildered.

Heaven and earth are ruthless, and treat the various creatures as straw dogs; the sage is ruthless, and treats others as straw dogs.

Loving, hating, having expectations: all these are attachments. Attachment prevents the growth of one's true being.

The sage seeks freedom from desire. He does not collect precious things. He learns not to hold on to ideas. He brings men back to what they have lost.