Does Heaven ever speak? The four seasons come and go, and all creatures thrive and grow. Does Heaven ever speak!

The superior man is firm in the right way and not merely firm.

By the ruler's cultivation of his own character there is set up the example of the course which all should pursue.

When we see persons of worth, we should think of equaling them; when we see persons of a contrary character, we should turn inwards and examine ourselves.

If you don't know how to serve men, why worry about serving the gods?

When the multitude detests a man, inquiry is necessary; when the multitude likes a man, inquiry is equally necessary.

A hammer shatters glass but it also forges steel.