Those who know the TRUTH are not equal to those who love it.

A scholar who loves comfort is not fit to be called a scholar.

The gem cannot be polished without friction nor man without trials.

Ceremonies are the first thing to be attended to in the practice of government.

Look not at what is contrary to propriety; listen not to what is contrary to propriety; speak not what is contrary to propriety; make no movement which is contrary to propriety.

If language is not rectified, words do not correspond to meaning, and if words do not correspond to meaning, our deeds cannot be accomplished.

An oppressive government is more to be feared than a tiger.