When the hares have all been caught, the hunting dogs are cooked.

To bear the country's disgrace is to rule the shrines of soil and grain. To bear the country's misfortunes is to be the king of the world.

A vessel is formed from a lump of clay with care, however, it is the empty space within the vessel that makes it useful.

Without stepping out the door, you can know the world.

The Eternal generates the One. The One generates the Two. The Two generates the Three. The Three generates all things.

Why is the sea king of a hundred streams? Because it lies below them... If the sage would guide the people, he must serve with humility. If he would lead them, he must follow behind. In this way when the sage rules, the people will not feel oppressed.

The words of truth are always paradoxical.