A gentleman, in his plans, thinks of the Way he does not think how he is going to make a living. Even farming sometimes has a shortage and even learning may incidentally bring a salary. A gentleman is concerned with the progress of the Way he is not anxious about poverty.
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It is true that we shall not be able to reach perfection, but in our struggle toward it we shall strengthen our characters and give stability to our ideas, so that, whilst ever advancing calmly in the same direction, we shall b e rendered capable of applying the faculties with which we have been gifted to the best possible account.Kung Fu-tzu Confucius
Clever talk can confound the workings of virtue, just as small impatiences can confound great projects.
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It is only the wisest and the stupidest that cannot change.
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The heart of the wise, like a mirror should reflect all objects without being sullied by any.
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We take greater pains to persuade others that we are happy than in endeavoring to think so ourselves.
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There are three sorts of pleasures which are advantageous, and three which are injurious. Finding pleasure in the discriminating study of ceremonies and music, finding pleasure in discussing the good points in the conduct of others, and finding pleasure in having many wise friends, these are advantageous. But finding pleasure in profligate enjoyments, finding pleasure in idle gadding about, and finding pleasure in feasting, these are injurious.
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