I know how it is that the path of the Mean is not walked in - The knowing go beyond it, and the stupid do not come up to it. I know how it is that the path of the Mean is not understood - The men of talents and virtue go beyond it, and the worthless do not come up to it.

Perfect is the virtue which is according to the Mean! Rare have they long been among the people, who could practice it!

There is no body but eats and drinks. But they are few who can distinguish flavors.

Let the states of equilibrium and harmony exist in perfection, and a happy order will prevail throughout heaven and earth, and all things will be nourished and…