《太上老君外日用妙經》

Taishang Laojun (the Supreme Lord Lao), a revered Daoist deity, sets forth in the Wai Riyong Miaojing (Wondrous Scripture of External Daily Practice) the wondrous methods for everyday outward conduct. Revere Heaven and Earth; honor the sun and moon; stand in awe of the laws of the state; follow the kingly way (the right path); be filial to parents; be deferential to elders and superiors; be harmonious with those below; do good deeds; stop evil deeds; help others complete their studies; help people break through doubts and make decisions; when occupying a high position, know its dangers; when full, know the risk of overflow; with a quiet mind, remain constantly at peace; through frugality, remain constantly sufficient; through caution, be free from worry; through patience, avoid disgrace; remove extravagance; strive for what is true and real; do not publicize others' faults; proclaim others' virtues; give others convenience; be harmonious with neighbors; draw near to worthy and good people; keep far from sensual pleasures and amusements; in poverty, keep to one's proper duty; in wealth, bestow kindness and benefits; treat others equally; do not rely on power and influence; always restrain oneself (the written form si is used for ji, oneself); do not be jealous; reduce stinginess and greed; remove cunning; when faced with grievance, seek reconciliation; accumulate good deeds in one's conduct as a human being; do not break promises; be trustworthy in speech; care for orphans and widows; relieve the poor; save those in danger and difficulty; accumulate yinde (hidden virtue, good deeds unknown to others); practice compassion and kindness; do not kill living beings; listen to loyal advice; do not deceive one's conscience; act according to this, and one may transcend and ascend (in Daoism, meaning liberation and ascent). The title of Taishang Laojun's Wai Riyong Miaojing highlights the wondrous methods of daily outward practice.