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He who speaks without modesty will find it difficult to make his words good. (Confucius)
To practice five things under all circumstances constitutes perfect virtue; these five are gravity, generosity of soul, sincerity, earnestness, and kindness. View quote
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Be not ashamed of mistakes and thus make them crimes. View quote
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If your plan is for one year plant rice. If your plan is for ten years plant trees. If your plan is for one hundred years educate children. View quote
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The expectations of life depend upon diligence; the mechanic that would perfect his work must first sharpen his tools. View quote
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Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life. View quote
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Never contract friendship with a man that is not better than thyself. View quote
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Have no friends not equal to yourself. View quote
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When we see men of worth, we should think of equaling them; when we see men of a contrary character, we should turn inwards and examine ourselves. View quote
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What the superior person seeks is in themselves. What the mean person seeks is in others. View quote
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When it is obvious that the goals cannot be reached, don't adjust the goals, adjust the action steps. (Confucius)
Before you embark on a journey of revenge, dig two graves. View quote
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Without feelings of respect, what is there to distinguish men from beasts? View quote
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It is more shameful to distrust our friends than to be deceived by them. View quote
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In all things success depends on previous preparation, and without such previous preparation there is sure to be failure. View quote
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They must change who would be constant in happiness and wisdom. View quote
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Don't make to others what you don't want them to make to you. View quote
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It is better to light one small candle of gratitude than to curse the darkness. View quote
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The superior man accords with the course of the Mean. Though he may be all unknown, unregarded by the world, he feels no regret - It is only the sage who is able for this. View quote
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When anger rises, think of the consequences. View quote
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Respect yourself and others will respect you. (Confucius)
The most beautiful sight in the world is a little child going confidently down the road of life after you have shown him the way. View quote
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The superior man understands what is right; the inferior man understands what will sell. View quote
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When you see a good person, think of becoming like her/him. When you see someone not so good, reflect on your own weak points. View quote
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The Superior Man is aware of Righteousness, the inferior man is aware of advantage. View quote
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Occupation: Chinese Philosopher
Born: 552 BC
Died: 479 BC
Quotes count: 397
Wikipedia: Confucius

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