When pure sincerity forms within, it is outwardly realized in other people's hearts.

The wicked leader is he who the people despise. The good leader is he who the people revere. The great leader is he who the people say, 'We did it ourselves.'

If your virtue is especially radiant, it can be possible to open a pathway to the subtle realm and receive these celestial teachings directly from the immortals.

In stillness the muddied water returns to clarity.

The softest of stuff in the world, penetrates quickly the hardest, insubstantial, it enters where there is no room.

Before healing others, heal yourself

The Way of Tao is this: It strives not, but conquers; It speaks not, but all is made clear; It summons not, but its house is crowded; It contrives not, but the design is perfect.