The progress of the Way seems retreating.
Since before time and space were, the Tao is. It is beyond is and is not.
The wise cares about everyone, and he becomes an example to all.
Freedom from desire leads to inner peace.
A good speaker does not stutter.
But in the present day men cast off gentleness, and are all for being bold; they spurn frugality, and retain only extravagance; they discard humility, and aim only at being first. Therefore they shall surely perish.