In stillness, a person’s thoughts are as clear as water, and his true heart can be seen to the bottom.
As soon as you find your thoughts deflecting to the path of material desires, switch them immediately back to the path of preserving your essential nature.
When at leisure do not let precious time slip idly by. You will discover the great value of such advice in your busy days.
The poor man sweeps his floor until it is spotless. The poor woman combs her hair until it is neat and tidy. Neither produces a wonderful sight, but these actions bespeak a sensibility of elegance.
A man must be tolerant and broad-minded, but not unfettered and freewheeling. His thoughts must be meticulous and careful, but not trifling and cluttered.
It is better to safeguard what you have already accomplished than to crave for exploits of the future.
The ears can hear flattering sounds; the eyes can be dazzled by silver and gold. These effects are enemies encroaching from without, whereas carnal desires are robbers hidden within.