In lightness the root is lost. In haste the ruler is lost.
If lightning is the anger of the gods, then the gods are concerned mostly about trees.
The wicked leader is he who the people despise. The good leader is he who the people revere. The great leader is he who the people say, 'We did it ourselves.'
Not valuing wealth prevents theft.
People are born soft and weak. They die hard and stiff.
The sage knows himself, but does not parade. He cherishes himself, but does not praise himself.