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無道人之短，無說己之長，施人慎勿念，受施慎勿忘。

One must not expose others’ faults frequently, nor boast about our own strengths or abilities. Never keep reminding ourselves of offering others something, nor forget those who have helped us.

世譽不足慕，唯仁為紀綱，隱心而後動，謗議庸何傷。

Mundane reputation is not worth admiring. Only human kindness should become our rule and frame. Consider thoroughly before taking action. False statements made by others do not harm our reputation.

莫使名過實，守愚聖所臧，在涅 (Left side scroll) 貴不緇，曖曖內含光，

One must not seek fame beyond ability, but keep his or her head down as the sage (Confucius) always did. Remain undefiled in spite of general corruption. True talents manage to stand out from darkness sooner or later.

柔弱生之徒，老氏誡剛強，行行鄙夫志，悠悠故難量。

One should live in a spontaneous and harmonious manner as Laozi condemns aggressive measures which a superficial person always takes to show off his or her abilities. A virtuous person achieves inestimable success.

慎言節飲食，知足勝不祥，行之苟有恆，久久自芬芳。

Be careful with words and prevent overeating. A person who is satisfied with everything in life can avoid disaster and suffering. By practicing with all of these on a long-term basis, one will eventually become a virtuous person (like blooming fragrant flowers).

* Cui Yuan (AD 77～142, pen name Ziyu) was a military officer, calligrapher, poet, and politician of the Later Han Dynasty in China. His maxim shows his Taoist worldview and his low-pitched attitude toward life.