The superior man... does not set his mind either for or against anything, he will pursue whatever is right. The superior man thinks of virtue, the common man of comfort.

To be poor without murmuring is difficult. To be rich without being proud is easy.

The main object of conciliation lies in reaching a solution to a case based upon morals and with a warm heart.

A man should demand much from himself, but little from others. When you meet a man of worth, think how you may attain to his excellence. When you meet an unworthy one, then look within and examine yourself.

Who expects to be able to go out of a house except by the door? How is it then that no one follows this Way of ours?

Sincerity and truth are the basis of every virtue.

By gaining the people, the kingdom is gained; by losing the people, the kingdom is lost.