ALL things in Nature work silently. They come into being and possess nothing. They fulfil their functions and make no claim.

When you let go of what you are, you become what you might be.

Don't imagine that you'll discover {the truth} by accumulating more knowledge. Knowledge creates doubt, and doubt makes you ravenous for more knowledge. You can't get full eating this way.

All things of the world are born of being; being is born of nonbeing.

Words spoken about the Way have no taste. When looked at, there's not enough to see. When listened to, there's not enough to hear. When used, it is never exhausted.

A good manager is best when people barely know that he exists. Not so good when people obey and acclaim him. Worse when they despise him.

Health is the greatest possession. Contentment is the greatest treasure. Confidence is the greatest friend. Non-being is the greatest joy.