"Do not exalt the talented, so that people will not be contentious. Do not value rare treasures, so that people will not steal. Do not display what is desirable, so that people will not be confused."

"The heaviest thing in the world is a human heart."

"The more you know, the less you understand."

"The great square has no corners. The great vessel takes a long time to complete. The great sound is faint. The great image has no form."

"The sage, because he does not contend, is therefore without reproach."