Though Confucius served the Duke of Lu, a Chinese state, he made many enemies with the nobles of the land. His views antagonized the powerful nobles, who wanted the Duke to be a puppet in their hands. Confucius was exiled from the State of Lu for more than two decades. He lived in the countryside, spreading his teachings.
ConfuciusBy the ruler's cultivation of his own character there is set up the example of the course which all should pursue.
ConfuciusWhen the multitude detests a man, inquiry is necessary; when the multitude likes a man, inquiry is equally necessary.
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