《魏书·列传·卷五十二》
然而法贵止奸，不在过于严酷，制定法律，还可为后世范式。
然法贵止奸，不在过酷，立制施禁，为可传之于后。
However, the purpose of the law is to stop corruption, not to be overly harsh. In formulating laws, it can also serve as a model for future generations.