When you see a good person, think of becoming like her/him. When you see someone not so good, reflect on your own weak points.

The vices come as passengers, visit us as guest and stay as masters.

The way of the superior person is threefold; virtuous, they are free from anxieties; wise they are free from perplexities; and bold they are free from fear.

A truly great man never puts away the simplicity of a child.

The nobler sort of man emphasizes the good qualities in others, and does not accentuate the bad. The inferior does the reverse. . . . The nobler sort of man pays special attention to nine points. He is anxious to see clearly, to hear distinctly, to be kindly in his looks, respectful in his demeanor, conscientious in his speech, earnest in his affairs. When in doubt, he is careful to inquire; when in anger, he thinks of the consequences; when offered an opportunity for gain, he thinks only of his duty.

There are 1,000 lessons in defeat. But only one in victory.

When you know a thing, to hold that you know it, and when you do not know a thing, to allow that you do not know it - this is knowledge.