If a man remembers what is right at the sign of profit, is ready to lay down his life in the face of danger, and does not forget sentiments he has repeated all his life when he has been in straitened circumstances for a long time, he may be said to be a complete man.

A disciple having asked for a definition of charity, the Master said LOVE ONE ANOTHER.

The superior man accords with the course of the Mean. Though he may be all unknown, unregarded by the world, he feels no regret - It is only the sage who is able for this.

The superior person is calm and composed; the lesser person is continuously worried and distressed.

In a country well governed, poverty is something to be ashamed of. In a country badly governed, wealth is something to be ashamed of.

A bit of fragrance always clings to the hand that gives roses. If you are generous, you will gain everything.

Learn as though you would never be able to master it; hold it as though you would be in fear of losing it.