Be aroused by poetry; structure yourself with propriety, refine yourself with music.

Wisdom, humanity & courage, these three are universal virtues. The way by which they are practiced are one.

He who exercises government by means of his virtue may be compared to the north polar star, which keeps its place and all the stars turn towards it.

The superior man limits his achievements.

See a person's means ... Observe his motives. Examine that in which he rests. How can a person conceal his character?

The gentleman sees what is right while the small man sees what is profitable.

If names be not correct, language is not in accordance with the truth of things.