Abandon benevolence, discard duty, and people will return to the family ties.

My words have an origin. My deeds have a sovereign. Truly, because people do not understand this, they do not understand me.

To attain to the human form must always be a source of joy. And then to undergo continuous transitions, with only the infinite to look forward to: what incomparable bliss is that!

Knowing ignorance is strength; ignoring knowledge is sickness.

A tree that cannot bend will crack in the wind. Thus by nature's own decree, the soft and gentle are triumphant.

The fish cannot leave the deep waters. The state's weaponry should not be displayed.

He who knows much about others may be learned, but he who understands himself is more intelligent. He who controls others may be powerful, but he who has mastered himself is mightier still.