The book salesman should be honored because he brings to our attention, as a rule, the very books we need most and neglect most. Confucius Read Quote
Look not at what is contrary to propriety; listen not to what is contrary to propriety; speak not what is contrary to propriety; make no movement which is contrary to propriety. Confucius Read Quote
The faults of a superior person are like the sun and moon. They have their faults, and everyone sees them; they change and everyone looks up to them. Confucius Read Quote
The superior man does not, even for the space of a single meal, act contrary to virtue. In moments of haste, he cleaves to it. In seasons of danger, he cleaves to it. Confucius Read Quote
How to play music may be known. At the commencement of the piece, all the parts should sound together. As it proceeds, they should be in harmony while severally distinct and flowing without break, and thus on to the conclusion. Confucius Read Quote
He who acts with a constant view to his own advantage will be much murmured against. Confucius Read Quote
If some years were added to my life, I would give fifty to the study of the Yi, and then I might come to be without great faults. Confucius Read Quote
To those whose talents are above mediocrity, the highest subjects may be announced. To those who are below mediocrity, the highest subjects may not be announced. Confucius Read Quote
