There is good government when those who are near are made happy, and when those who are afar are attracted.

He who is really good can never be unhappy. He who is really wise can never be perplexed. He who is really brave is never afraid.

When a man is guided by the principles of reciprocity and consciousness, he is not far from the moral law. Whatever you don't wish for yourself don't do unto others.

The Superior Man is aware of Righteousness, the inferior man is aware of advantage.

In your promises cleave to what is right, And you will be able to fulfill your word.

For benefits return benefits; for injuries return justice without any admixture of revenge.

To know it is not as good as to love it, and to love it is not as good as to take delight in it.