when a nation follows the way,

　　horses bear manure through its fields;

　　when a nation ignores the way,

　　horses bear soldiers through its streets.

　　there is no greater mistake than following desire;

　　there is no greater disaster than forgetting contentment;

　　there is no greater sickness than seeking attainment;

　　but one who is content to satisfy his needs

　　finds that contentment endures.