To be fond of learning is near to wisdom; to practice with vigor is near to benevolence; and to be conscious of shame is near to fortitude.
The gentleman sees what is right while the small man sees what is profitable.
Faithfulness and sincerity are the highest things.
The superior man * * * in regard to his speech * * * is anxious that it should be sincere.
A youth is to be regarded with respect.
The faults of a superior person are like the sun and moon. They have their faults, and everyone sees them; they change and everyone looks up to them.