The sage lives in the world, taking it all in.

And so he serves the world, merging with their

heart/minds.

The 100 families all pay attention to their ears and eyes,

And the sage treats them all like his children.

Therefore : the sage says –

I use non-action, and the citizens naturally transform.

I cherish stillness, and the citizens naturally become

honest and just.

I use non-interference, and the citizens naturally become