[...]its ability; and that of (the initiation of) any movement is in its timeliness. 3. And when (one with the highest excellence) does t wrangle (about his low position), one finds fault with him. 9. 1. It is better to leave a vessel unfilled, than to attempt to carry it when it is full. If you keep feeling a point that has been sharpened, the point cant long preserve its sharpness. 2. When gold and jade fill the hall, their possessor cant keep them safe. When wealth and hours lead to arrogancy, this brings its evil on itself. When the work is done, and one's name is becoming distinguished, to withdraw into obscurity is the way of Heaven. 10. 1. When the intelligent and animal souls are held together in one embrace, they can be kept from separating. When one gives undivided attention to the (vital) breath, and brings it to the utmost degree of pliancy, he can become as a (tender) babe. When he has cleansed away the most mysterious sights (of his imagination), he can become without a flaw. 2. In loving the people and ruling the state, cant he proceed without any[...].
