This Zhuangzi ‑ Tiandao excerpt highlights wu‑wei and inner stillness as governance’s root. It includes Wheelwright Bian’s famous parable arguing books hold only ancient dregs, and debates over artificial benevolence and righteousness.
This Han Feizi chapter describes sage‑king legislation with motivating rewards and overcoming violence. A sound system creates ruler‑subject harmony, inspiring loyal, courageous subjects so the ruler may govern securely without worry.