Faced with what is right, to leave it undone shows a lack of courage.

We should feel sorrow, but not sink under its oppression.

Mankind differs from the animals only by a little and most people throw that away.

He who will not economize will have to agonize.

Tsze-Kung asked, Is there one word with which to act in accordance throughout a lifetime? The Master said, Is not reciprocity such a word? What you do not want done to yourself, do not do to others.

Who can (make) the muddy water (clear)? Let it be still, and it will gradually become clear.

When we see men of worth, we should think of equalling them; when we see men of a contrary character, we should turn inwards and examine ourselves.