And dead, are friable and dry. But when it attacks something hard Or resistant, then nothing withstands it, And nothing will alter its way. Everyone knows this, that weakness prevails Over strength and that gentleness conquers The adamant hindrance of men, but that Nobody demonstrates how it is so. This is paradox. Impartial though the Way of God may be, It always favors good men.
Weapons have they And armor too, But none displayed.
The folk returns To use again The knotted chords. And never once Exchange a call. The knowers are not learned men And learned men may never know. The Wise Man's way, to do his work Without contending for a crown.