The truly wise are content to be last. They are, therefore, first. They are indifferent to themselves. They are, therefore self-confident.

Those who have knowledge, don't predict. Those who predict, don't have knowledge.

I have three precious things which I hold fast and prize. The first is gentleness; the second frugality; the third is humility, which keeps me from putting myself before others. Be gentle and you can be bold; be frugal and you can be liberal; avoid putting yourself before others and you can become a leader among men.

Mold clay into a bowl. The empty space makes it useful.

The supreme rulers are hardly known by their subjects. The lesser are loved and praised. The even lesser are feared. The least are despised.

Watch your thoughts, they become words. Watch your words, they become actions. Watch your actions, they become habit.

If people do not revere the Law of Nature It will adversely affect them. If they accept It with knowledge and reverence, It will accommodate them with balance and harmony.