There is no greater fault than sensual indulgence. There is no greater misfortune than malcontent. There is no greater calamity than greed.

Greed for enlightenment and immortality is no different than greed for material wealth. It is self-centered and dualistic, and thus an obstacle to true attainment. Therefore these states are never achieved by those who covet them; rather, they are the reward of the virtuous.

Use justice to rule a country. Use surprise to wage war. Use non-action to govern the world.

There is no calamity greater than lavish desires. There is no greater guilt than discontent. And there is no greater disaster than greed.

When people do not dread authorities, then a greater dread descends.

Watch your thoughts, they become words. Watch your words, they become actions. Watch your actions, they become habit.

A good counter needs no calculator.