All things such as grass and trees are soft and supple in life. At their death they are withered and dry.

The slaying of multitudes should be mourned with sorrow. A victory should be celebrated with the funeral rite.

Man, when living, is soft and tender; when dead, he is hard and tough. All animals and plants when living are tender and delicate; when dead they become withered and dry. Therefore it is said: the hard and tough are parts of death; the soft and tender are parts of life.

The great Way is easy, yet people prefer the side paths. Be aware when things are out of balance. Stay centered within the Tao.

Dignified, like a guest.

I do not concern myself with gods and spirits either good or evil nor do I serve any.

A journey of 1000 miles begins with a single step - Successful people are always looking for opportunities to help others.