Mencius quotes - page 2
The feeling of commiseration is the beginning of humanity; the feeling of shame and dislike is the beginning of righteousness; the feeling of deference and compliance is the beginning of propriety; and the feeling of right or wrong is the beginning of wisdom.
Men have these Four Beginnings just as they have their four limbs. Having these Four Beginnings, but saying that they cannot develop them is to destroy themselves.
Mencius
Mencius
Occupation: Chinese Philosopher
Born: 372 BC
Died: 289 BC
Quotes count: 35
Wikipedia: Mencius
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