I used to take on trust a man's deeds after having listened to his words. Now having listened to a man's words I go on to observe his deeds.

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.

Real knowledge is to know the extent of one's ignorance.

In a district of ten families, there must be someone as honorable and sincere as I, but none as fond of learning.

To throw oneself into strange teachings is quite dangerous.

The Master said, If out of the three hundred songs I had to take one phrase to cover all my teachings, I would say 'Let there be no evil in your thoughts.'

Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life.