All Things Change
“If you realize that all things change, there is nothing you will try to hold on to. If you are not afraid of dying, there is nothing you cannot achieve.”
Change Direction
“If you do not change direction, you may end up where you are heading.”
The Great Way
“If the Great Way perishes there will morality and duty. When cleverness and knowledge arise great lies will flourish. When relatives fall out with one another there will be filial duty and love. When states are in confusion there will be faithful servants.”
Your Greatest Treasures
“I have just three things to teach: simplicity, patience, compassion. These three are your greatest treasures.”
I do not Concern Myself with Gods
“I do not concern myself with gods and spirits either good or evil nor do I serve any.”