The gentlest thing in the world overcomes the hardest thing in the world. That which has no substance enters where there is no space. This shows the value of non-action. Teaching without words, performing without actions: that is the Master's way.

If good happens, good; if bad happens, good.

When many people are killed, they should be mourned and lamented. Those who are victorious in war should follow the rites of funerals.

Great talents ripen late; the highest notes are hard to hear.

People are difficult to rule, because of their knowledge.

The world is won by those who let it go.

When goodness is lost, it is replaced by morality.