"The wise man's food is that which nourishes, not that which pleases the eye."

"Empty your mind of all thoughts. Let your heart be at peace. Watch the turmoil of the world, but let your serenity remain. Return to the root. This is tranquility. This is returning to your destiny."

"The great square has no corners. The great vessel is never full. The great sound is inaudible. The great image has no form."

"I do not act, and people become reformed by themselves. I am at peace, and people become fair by themselves. I do not interfere, and people become rich by themselves."

"Because of the great love, one is courageous."