He who knows, knows not. He who knows not, knows.
Those who praise victory relish manslaughter. Those who relish manslaughter cannot reach their goals in the world.
Governing a great nation is like cooking a small fish, too much handling will spoil it.
A good door needs no lock, still it can't be opened.
The sage is sharp but does not cut, pointed but does not pierce, forthright but does not offend, bright but does not dazzle.
I have three treasures that I cherish. The first is compassion. The second is moderation. The third is not claiming to be first in the world.