By inconsistency and frivolity we stray from the Way and show ourselves to be beginners. In this we do much harm.

Even if one's head were to be suddenly cut off, he should be able to do one more action with certainty.

When delivering something like an important letter or other written materials, grasp it firmly in your hand as you go and do not release it once, but hand it over directly to the recipient.

Tether even a roasted chicken.

Matters of small concern should be treated seriously.

There is one transcending level, and this is the most excellent of all. This person is aware of the endlessness of entering deeply into a certain Way and never thinks of himself as having finished.

A person who is discreet in speaking will be useful during the good times and will avoid punishment during the bad.