The journey of a thousand miles must begin with a single step.

If you understand, things are just as they are; if you do not understand, things are just as they are.

He who asks a question is a fool for a minute; he who does not remains a fool forever.

The world is like a mirror you see? smile and your friends smile back.

When the character of a man is not clear to you, look at his friends.

You will not be punished for your anger; you will be punished by your anger.

Before enlightenment: Chop wood, carry water. After enlightment: Chop wood, carry water.

To know the road ahead, ask those coming back.

The clever hawk hides its claws.

Opportunities multiply as they are seized.