Did you measure to attain your height? Did you use geometry to radiate your limb? Did you lament storm-torn branches? Did you inventory your leaves for the sun? You did none of these things, yet man in his cleverness Cannot match your perfection.

If you have a good idea, use it so that you will not only accomplish something, but so that you can make room for new ones to flow into you.

A moving door hinge never corrodes. Flowing water never grows stagnant.

Those truly linked don't need correspondence. When they meet again after many years apart, Their friendship is as true as ever.

Rain scatters plum petals; Weeping stains the earth. One can only take shelter And wait for clearing.

The follower of Tao is always flexible and adaptable to circumstance.

Money is never more important than your body and mind, but you must work and support yourself. Never depend on others for your livelihood.