Quotes from Confucius
If I am walking with two other men, each of them will serve as my teacher. I will pick out the good points of the one and imitate them, and the bad points of the other and correct them in myself.
- Confucius
Wouldst thou know if a people be well governed, or if its laws be good or bad, examine the music it practices.
- Confucius
If you want happiness for a year, inherit a fortune. If you want happiness for a lifetime, help someone else.
- Confucius
Happiness is not at the top of the mountain, but in how to climb.
- Confucius
A youth, when at home, should be filial, and, abroad, respectful to his elders.
- Confucius
If either wealth or poverty are come by honesty, there is no shame.
- Confucius
Humanity is the equity of the heart.
- Confucius
Man who stand on hill with mouth open will wait long time for roast duck to drop in.
- Confucius
When you see a good person, think of becoming like her/him. When you see someone not so good, reflect on your own weak points.
- Confucius
It is not the failure of others to appreciate your abilities that should trouble you, but rather your failure to appreciate theirs.
- Confucius
Men's natures are alike; it is their habits that separate them.
- Confucius
Never give a sword to a man who can't dance.
- Confucius