When everyone sees good, then bad exists.

The wise man looks back into the past, and does not grieve over what is far off, nor rejoice over what is near; for he knows that time is without end.

The people suffer from famine because of the multitude of taxes consumed by their superiors. It is through this that they suffer famine.

Heaven and Earth last for ever. Why do Heaven and Earth last for ever? They are unborn, so ever living. The sage stays behind, thus he is ahead. He is detached, thus at one with all. Through selfless action, he attains fulfillment.

The Tao's principle is spontaneity.

If you want to be given everything, give everything up.

Empty your mind of all thoughts. Let your heart be at peace. Watch the turmoil of beings, but contemplate their return.