The object of the superior man is truth.
Quote by Confucius
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The object of the superior man is truth.
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Confucius Quotes
- The more man meditates upon good thoughts, the better will be his world and the world at large.
- Speak the truth, do not yield to anger give, if thou art asked for little by these three steps thou wilt go near the gods.
- The strength of a nation derives from the integrity of the home.
- Without feelings of respect, what is there to distinguish men from beasts?
- Old age, believe me, is a good and pleasant thing. It is true you are gently shouldered off the stage, but then you are given such a comfortable front stall as spectator.
- It is more shameful to distrust our friends than to be deceived by them.
- There are three methods to gaining wisdom. The first is reflection, which is the highest. The second is limitation, which is the easiest. The third is experience, which is the bitterest.
- When anger rises, think of the consequences.
- Never contract friendship with a man that is not better than thyself.
- Wisdom, compassion, and courage are the three universally recognized moral qualities of men.
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- Everything that has ever been called folk art has always reflected domination.
- In my dreams I hear again the crash of guns, the rattle of musketry, the strange, mournful mutter of the battlefield.
- Inclusive, good-quality education is a foundation for dynamic and equitable societies.
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