A man may not transgress the bounds of major morals, but may make errors in minor morals.

First and foremost, be faithful to your superiors, keep all promises, refuse the friendship of all who are not like you; and if you have made a mistake, do not be afraid of admitting the fact and amending your ways.

If I give a student one-fourth of what he should know, I expect him to get the other three-fourths himself, otherwise I do not want him as a student.

The superior man is quiet and calm, waiting for the appointments of heaven, while the mean man walks in dangerous paths, looking for lucky occurrences.

Remember even when alone, that the divine is everywhere.

You will never know how sharp a sword is unless it's drawn from its sheath

Everyone eats and drinks; yet only few appreciate the taste of food.