Approach the universe with Tao, And evil will have no power. Not that evil is not powerful, But its power will not be used to harm others.

Why is the sea king of a hundred streams? Because it lies below them... If the sage would guide the people, he must serve with humility. If he would lead them, he must follow behind. In this way when the sage rules, the people will not feel oppressed.

The Tao is always at ease. It overcomes without competing, answers without speaking a word, arrives without being summoned, accomplishes without a plan. Its net covers the whole universe. And though its meshes are wide, it doesn't let a thing slip through.

Human being's essential nature is perfect and faultless.

Who can wait in stillness while the mud settles?

The sage is sharp but does not cut, pointed but does not pierce, forthright but does not offend, bright but does not dazzle.

When two opposing sides meet in battle, the one without an enemy will be victorious.