While the gentleman cherishes benign rule, the small man cherishes his native land. While the gentleman cherishes a respect for the law, the small man cherishes generous treatment.

What the superior man seeks is in himself; what the small man seeks is in others.

Which demands a lot of himself and some others, will be free from hatred.

When young, beware of fighting; when strong, beware of sex; and when old, beware of possession.

A gentleman is ashamed to let his words outrun his deeds.

When there are duties to perform [true] servants and sons serve their labors.

Cultivate the root; the leaves and branches will take care of themselves.