When virtue is lost, benevolence appears, when benevolence is lost right conduct appears, when right conduct is lost, expedience appears. Expediency is the mere shadow of right and truth; it is the beginning of disorder.

Those who show off do not shine.

The sage regards things as difficult, and thereby avoids difficulty.

When there is no desire, all things are at peace

The one who rules like the mother lasts long.

To have enough of enough is always enough.

If you look to others for fulfillment, you will never be truly fulfilled.