Thus, that one can find no place to walk through the breadth of the earth is not because the earth is not tranquil but because the danger to every step of the traveler lies generally with words.

You look upon the seasons with expectation and await them: wy not seize the seasonal opportunities and exploit them?

When you concentrate on agriculture and industry and are frugal in expenditures, Heaven cannot impoverish your state.

Thus, that one can find no place to walk through the breadth of the earth is not because the earth is not tranquil but because the danger to every step of the traveler lies generally with words.

A person is born with feelings of envy and hate. If he gives way to them, they will lead him to violence and crime, and any sense of loyalty and good faith will be abandoned.

If the impulse to daring and bravery is too fierce and violent, stay it with guidance and instruction.

The rigid cause themselves to be broken; the pliable cause themselves to be bound.