Correct becomes defect. Good becomes ominous. People's delusions have certainly lasted long.
When the uncarved wood is split, its parts are put to use. When the sage is put to use, he becomes the head.
Give up learning, and put an end to your troubles.
A tree that cannot bend will crack in the wind. Thus by nature's own decree, the soft and gentle are triumphant.
Hold on to the ancient Way to master the present, and to learn the distant beginning.
Misfortune is the root of good fortune; good fortune gives birth to misfortune.