The way of the superior man may be compared to what takes place in traveling, when to go to a distance we must first traverse the space that is near, and in ascending a height, when we must begin from the lower ground.

Who keeps the old akindle and adds new knowledge is fitted to be a teacher.

A man should practice what he preaches, but a man should also preach what he practices.

The highest kind of man is the one who does before talking and practices what he professes.

he who will not economize will agonize

A fool despises good counsel, but a wise man takes it to heart.

Never give a sword to a man who can't dance.