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Quote from the Chinese philosopher Confucius who lived from 551 BC to 479 BC “Of neighborhoods, benevolence is the most beautiful. How can the man be considered wise who when he had the choice does not settle in benevolence.”

Quote from the Chinese philosopher Confucius who lived from 551 BC to 479 BC “Old age, believe me, is a good and pleasant thing. It is true you are gently shouldered off the stage, but then you are given such … Continue reading →

Quote from the Chinese philosopher Confucius who lived from 551 BC to 479 BC “He who exercises government by means of his virtue may be compared to the north polar star, which keeps its place and all the stars turn … Continue reading →

Quote from the Chinese philosopher Confucius who lived from 551 BC to 479 BC “When you know a thing, to hold that you know it, and when you do not know a thing, to allow that you do not know … Continue reading →

Quote from the Chinese philosopher Confucius who lived from 551 BC to 479 BC “When we see persons of worth, we should think of equaling them; when we see persons of a contrary character, we should turn inwards and examine … Continue reading →

Quote from the Chinese philosopher Confucius who lived from 551 BC to 479 BC “It is because men are prone to be partial towards those they love, unjust to those they hate, servile to those above them, and either harsh … Continue reading →

Quote from the Chinese philosopher Confucius who lived from 551 BC to 479 BC “The wheel of fortune turns round incessantly, and who can say to himself, “I shall today be uppermost”

Quote from the Chinese philosopher Confucius who lived from 551 BC to 479 BC “Instead of being concerned that you have no office, be concerned to think how you may fit yourself for office. Instead of being concerned that you … Continue reading →

Quote from the Chinese philosopher Confucius who lived from 551 BC to 479 BC “Is there any one maxim which ought to be acted upon throughout one’s whole life? Surely the maxim of loving kindness is such: Do not unto … Continue reading →

Quote from the Chinese philosopher Confucius who lived from 551 BC to 479 BC “The way of the superior person is threefold; virtuous, they are free from anxieties; wise they are free from perplexities; and bold they are free from … Continue reading →