Laozi — "The greatest skill is to seem unskilled; The greatest abundance is to seem empty…"

"The sage wears rough clothing and holds the jewel in his heart."

"Empty your mind of all thoughts. Let your heart be at peace. Watch the turmoil of the world, but let your serenity remain intact."

"He who knows does not speak. He who speaks does not know."

"The sage embraces the One and becomes the model of the world. He does not display himself, therefore he shines. He does not assert himself, therefore he is distinguished. He does not boast, therefore …"

"Empty your mind of all thoughts. Let your heart be at peace. Watch the turmoil of the world, but let your serenity remain. Return to the root. This is tranquility. This is returning to your destiny."