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

The snow goose need not bathe to make itself white. Neither need you do anything but be yourself.

Have patience. Wait until the mud settles and the water is clear. Remain unmoving until right action arises by itself.

Because of a great love, one is courageous.

When bitter enemies make peace, surely some bitterness remains.

Muddy water, let stand, becomes clear.

When armies are mobilized and issues joined, the man who is sorry over the fact will always win.