The noble person uses things; the lesser man is used by things.
They are done merely for ornament. ... the common people regard them as supernatural.
If knowledge and foresight are too penetrating and deep, unify them with ease and sincerity.
When a man sees something desirable, he must reflect on the fact that with time it could come to involve what is detestable. When he sees something that is beneficial, he should reflect that sooner or later it, too, could come to involve harm.
Mencius said that human nature is good. I disagree with that.
The coming of honor or disgrace must be a reflection of one's inner power.