Is it not because he has no personal and private ends$$$ that therefore such ends are realised?

He who (tries to) govern a state by his wisdom is a scourge to it; while he who does not (try to) do so is a blessing.

No calamity greater than to be discontented with one's lot.

He who is satisfied with his lot is rich;

Therefore the sage seeks to satisfy (the craving of) the belly$$$ and not the (insatiable longing of the) eyes.

Possessing rare treasures brings about harmful behavior.

I do not concern myself with gods and spirits either good or evil nor do I serve any.

A bad man is a good man's job.

As soon as you have made a thought$$$ laugh at it.

You remember only what you want to remember. You know only what your heart allows you to know.