Those who are self-righteous are not prominent.
He who holds balance...has attained the highest post in the world.
Simulated disorder postulates perfect discipline; simulated fear postulates courage; simulated weakness postulates strength.
When many people are killed, they should be mourned and lamented. Those who are victorious in war should follow the rites of funerals.
Heaven and Earth are not kind. They regard all things as offerings.
To bear the country's disgrace is to rule the shrines of soil and grain. To bear the country's misfortunes is to be the king of the world.