The career of a sage is of two kinds: He is either honored by all in the world, Like a flower waving its head, Or else he disappears into the silent forest.

Who can rest until the moment of action?

Water is the softest thing, yet it can penetrate mountains and earth. This shows clearly the principle of softness overcoming hardness.

Use your own light and return to the source of light. This is called practicing eternity.

Those who have hardened, have a covenant with Death. Those who remain gentle are conjoined with Life.

I am good to people who are good. I am also good to people who are not good. Because Virtue is goodness.

Why did the ancients praise the Way? Did they not say it was because you find what you seek and are saved from your wrongdoings?