{"collection":"Taoism","html_url":"https://unchartedknowledge.5gfusion.net/browse/tao/ts/ts05.htm","path":"tao/ts/ts05.htm","source_url":"https://sacred-texts.com/tao/ts/ts05.htm","text":"The right way leads forward; the wrong way backward.[19] (148-155)\nDo not proceed on an evil path. (156-159)\nDo not sin[20] in secret.[21] (160-163)\nAccumulate virtue, increase merit. (164-167)\nWith a compassionate heart turn toward all creatures. (168-171)\nBe faithful, filial, friendly, and brotherly.[22] (172-175)\nFirst rectify thyself and then convert others. (176-179)\n{p. 53}\nTake pity on orphans, assist widows; respect the old, be kind to children. (180-187)\nEven the multifarious insects, herbs, and trees should not be injured. (188-195)\nBe grieved at the misfortune of others and rejoice at their good luck. (196-204)\nAssist those in need, and rescue those in danger. (205-212)\nRegard your neighbor's gain as your own gain, and regard your neighbor's loss as your own loss. (213-228)\nDo not call attention to the faults of others, nor boast of your own excellence. (229-236)\nStay evil and promote goodness. (237-240)\nRenounce much, accept little. (241-244)\nShow endurance in humiliation and bear no grudge. (245-248)\nReceive favors as if surprised.[23] (249-252)\nExtend your help without seeking reward. (253-257)\nGive to others and do not regret or begrudge your liberality. (258-262)","title":"Moral Injunctions","type":"page"}