One who believes in himself has no need to convince others.
Distortion upon distortion: . . . the more one uses the mind, the more confused one becomes.
The Tao that can be told is not the eternal Tao. The name that can be named is not the eternal Name.
Peace and quiet are preferred. Victory should not be praised.
The sage does not hoard. The more he helps others, the more he benefits himself, Having bestowed all he has on others, he has yet more; having given all he has to others, he is richer still.
If your virtue is especially radiant, it can be possible to open a pathway to the subtle realm and receive these celestial teachings directly from the immortals.