Silence is a source of great strenght.

What Heaven detests, who knows why? Even the sage considers it difficult.

A journey of a thousand leagues begins beneath one's feet.

He who stands on tiptoe is not steady. He who strides cannot maintain the pace. He who makes a show is not enlightened. He who is self-righteous is not respected. He who boasts achieves nothing. He who brags will not endure. According to followers of the Tao, "These are extra food and unnecessary luggage." They do not bring happiness, therefore followers of the Tao avoid them.

Muddy water, let stand, becomes clear.

Knowing others is wisdom, knowing yourself is enlightenment.

Those who are one with deprivation are deprived of deprivation.