Those who praise victory relish manslaughter. Those who relish manslaughter cannot reach their goals in the world.
He does not seek glory - yet people respect him.
Let the country be small, and the inhabitants few.
You should rule a great country As you would fry a small fish- With the least turning.
The most powerful weapon known is the weapon of blessing. Therefore, a clever person relies on it. He wins with peace, not with war.
Knowing the future is the flower of the Way, and the beginning of folly.