To see what is right, and not do it, is want of courage, or of principle.
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Without goodness a man cannot endure adversity for long, nor can he enjoy prosperity for long. The good man is naturally at ease with goodness. The wise man cultivates goodness for its advantage.
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The nobler sort of man emphasizes the good qualities in others, and does not accentuate the bad. The inferior does the reverse.... The nobler sort of man pays special attention to nine points. He is anxious to see clearly, to hear distinctly, to be kindly in his looks, respectful in his demeanor, conscientious in his speech, earnest in his affairs. When in doubt, he is careful to inquire when in anger, he thinks of the consequences when offered an opportunity for gain, he thinks only of his duty.
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In the morning, hear the Way in the evening, die content.
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How transcendent is the virtue of the middle conduct Rare for a long time has been its practice among the people.
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