The master understands that the universe is forever out of control
If you want to be given everything, give everything up.
The one who does not honor the teacher and the one who does not honor the task, although ever so knowledgeable, they are confused.
Those who act will fail. Those who seize will lose.
Health is the greatest possession. Contentment is the greatest treasure. Confidence is the greatest friend. Non-being is the greatest joy.
What people loathe the most is to be orphaned, desolate, unworthy. But this is what princes and kings call themselves.