The superior man honors his virtuous nature, and maintains constant inquiry and study, seeking to carry it out to its breadth and greatness, so as to omit none of the more exquisite and minute points which it embraces, and to raise it to its greatest height and brilliancy.

Reviewing what you have learned and learning anew, you are fit to be a teacher.

If the search for riches were sure to be successful, though I should become a groom with a whip in my hand to get them, I will do so. As the search may not be successful, I will follow after that which I love.

The gem cannot be polished without friction nor man without trials.

A good man will certainly also possess courage; but a brave man is not necessarily good.

If your desire is for good, the people will be good.

Be loyal to yourself, charitable to neighbours, nothing more.