Filling
to fullness is not as good
as stopping at the right moment.
Over-sharpening a blade causes its edge
to be lost. Line your home with
treasures and you
won’t be able to
defend it.
Amass possessions,
establish positions, display your pride:
Soon enough disaster drives
you to your knees.
This is
the way of heaven:
do your work, then
quietly step
back.
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