The superior man is slow in his words and earnest in his conduct.

Do not worry if others do not understand you. Instead worry if you do not understand others.

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

I never really said all those things I said

Instead of being concerned that you have no office, be concerned to think how you may fit yourself for office. Instead of being concerned that you are not known, seek to be worthy of being known.

I'd rather die for speaking out, than to live and be silent.

The superior man * * * in regard to his speech * * * is anxious that it should be sincere.