The people starve because those above them eat too much tax-grain. That is the only reason why they starve.
LaoziClay is molded to form a cup, But it is on its non-being that the utility of the cup depends. Doors and windows are cut out to make a room, But it is on its non-being that the utility of the room depends. Therefore turn being into advantage, and turn non-being into utility.
Laozi