In the world there is nothing more submissive and weak than water. Yet for attacking that which is hard and strong nothing can surpass it.

True words aren't eloquent; eloquent words aren't true. Wise men don't need to prove their point; men who need to prove their point aren't wise. The Master has no possessions. The more he does for others, the happier he is. The more he gives to others, the wealthier he is. The Tao nourishes by not forcing. By not dominating, the Master leads.

That which offers no resistance can enter where there is no space.

If you are at peace, you are living in the present.

The master does his job and then stops. He understands that the universe is forever out of control, and that trying to dominate events goes against the current of the Tao.

If you can let go of (the Tao) with your mind and surround it with your heart, it will live inside you forever.

Can you let go of words and ideas, attitudes and expectations? If so, then the Tao will loom into view.