One who does not understand the Mandate of Heaven cannot be a gentleman.
Chinese philosopher, founder of Confucianism
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"If names be not correct, language is not in accordance with the truth of things. If language be not in accordance with the truth of things, affairs cannot be carried on to success."
Philosophical"The gentleman has nothing to contend for."
Strange & Unusual"The gentleman understands integrity; the petty person knows about profit."
Philosophical"The superior man is modest in his speech, but exceeds in his actions."
Strange & Unusual"Fix your mind on truth, hold firm to virtue, rely on loving kindness, and find your recreation in the Arts."
Philosophical