If thy strength will serve, go forward in the ranks; if not, stand still.
More Confucian Proverbs:
That which is benevolent is invincible.Confucian
You are you and I am I.
Confucian
It doesn't matter how slowly you go as long as you don't stop.
Confucian
If to-day will not, to-morrow may.
Confucian
If there is righteousness in the heart, there will be beauty in the character
Confucian
A journey of a thousand li begins with a single step.
Confucian