All things flourish, and each returns to its source.
The one who does not stray away from her/his nature will live long.
Weapons are instruments of fear; they are not a wise man's tools. He uses them only when he has no choice.
A great country needs more people to serve it. A small country needs more people to serve. So, if both shall get what they need, the great country ought to yield.
What's the difference between beautiful and ugly?
The Way of Tao is this: It strives not, but conquers; It speaks not, but all is made clear; It summons not, but its house is crowded; It contrives not, but the design is perfect.