The usefulness of the pot lies in its emptiness.
Harmony is called the eternal. Knowing the eternal is called clarity.
There is no calamity greater than lavish desires. There is no greater guilt than discontent. And there is no greater disaster than greed.
All streams flow to the sea because it is lower than they are. Humility gives it its power.
One cannot reflect in streaming water. Only those who know internal peace can give it to others.
The more laws and orders are multiplied, the more theft and violence increase.