#confucius

It does not matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop.

By three methods we may learn wisdom: First, by reflection, which is noblest; Second, by imitation, which is easiest; and third by experience, which is the bitterest.

To know what you know and what you do not know, that is true knowledge.

The superior man is modest in his speech, but exceeds in his actions.

When anger rises, think of the consequences.

Hold faithfulness and sincerity as first principles.

To see what is right and not to do it is want of courage.

Learning without thought is labor lost; thought without learning is perilous.

He who conquers himself is the mightiest warrior.

When we see men of a contrary character, we should turn inwards and examine ourselves.

The superior man blames himself. The inferior man blames others.

Do not impose on others what you yourself do not desire.

If you make a mistake and do not correct it, this is called a mistake.

Real knowledge is to know the extent of one's ignorance.

The cautious seldom err.

Wheresoever you go, go with all your heart.

To be wealthy and honored in an unjust society is a disgrace.

The man who moves a mountain begins by carrying away small stones.

Fine words and an insinuating appearance are seldom associated with true virtue.

He who will not economize will have to agonize.

Study the past if you would define the future.

The superior man is satisfied and composed; the small man is always full of distress.

If you look into your own heart, and you find nothing wrong there, what is there to worry about? What is there to fear?

To practice five things under all circumstances constitutes perfect virtue; these five are gravity, generosity of soul, sincerity, earnestness, and kindness.

He who speaks without modesty will find it difficult to make his words good.

Virtue is not left to stand alone. He who practices it will have neighbors.

Never contract friendship with a man that is not better than yourself.

What the superior man seeks is in himself; what the small man seeks is in others.

To see a student who has lived for a whole year without learning anything is a grief.

A youth, when at home, should be filial, and, abroad, respectful to his elders.