Attain utmost emptiness. Abide in steadfast stillness.

The reality of the building does not consist in the roof and walls, but in the space within to be lived in.

The sage does not hoard. The more he helps others, the more he benefits himself, Having bestowed all he has on others, he has yet more; having given all he has to others, he is richer still.

Going forward seems like retreat.

What people loathe the most is to be orphaned, desolate, unworthy. But this is what princes and kings call themselves.

When his (the good ruler's) task is accomplished and his work done, The people all say, "It happened to us naturally.

There is no greater sin than desire, No greater curse than discontent, No greater misfortune than wanting something for oneself. Therefore he who knows that enough is enough will always have enough.