It is better to play than do nothing.

Character is the backbone of our human culture. Music is the flowering of character.

The father who does not teach his son his duties is equally guilty with the son who neglects them.

They must often change, who would be constant in happiness or wisdom.

Though Confucius served the Duke of Lu, a Chinese state, he made many enemies with the nobles of the land. His views antagonized the powerful nobles, who wanted the Duke to be a puppet in their hands. Confucius was exiled from the State of Lu for more than two decades. He lived in the countryside, spreading his teachings.

In your promises cleave to what is right, And you will be able to fulfill your word.

If a man in the morning hear the right way, he may die in the evening without regret.