The superior man does not mind being in office; all he minds about is whether he has qualities that entitle him to office. He does not mind failing to get recognition; he is too busy doing the things that entitle him to recognition.

The path may not be left for an instant. If it could be left, it would not be the path.

If you want to change the world, first change your heart.

Chi Wen Tzu always thought three times before taking action. Twice would have been quite enough.

The superior man sets his person at rest before he moves; he composes his mind before he speaks.

When you see a good man, think of emulating him; when you see a bad man, examine your own heart.

A gentleman does not promote a man on account of what he says; nor does he reject sayings, because the speaker is what he is.