8-Tao Te Ching

The highest goodness is like water,


Which nourishes everything with no effort.


It is content with the low places that most people dislike.


Thus it is the closest to the Tao.

In dwelling, live in a good environment;


In heart, keep deep and profound feelings;

In giving, be easy and generous;

In speaking, use kind and encouraging words;

In governing, carry out good and practical policies;

In work, uphold your talented skills.


In action, start with good timing.

When one lets go of competition,


She will be at no faults.

Translated by Chiyan Wang

Edited by Robert Smitheram Ph.D