"To be fond of learning is near to wisdom. To practice with vigor is near to benevolence. To have the feeling of shame is near to courage. He who knows these three things knows how to cultivate his own…"

"Is it not pleasant to learn with a constant perseverance and application? Is it not delightful to have friends coming from distant quarters? Is he not a man of complete virtue, who feels no discomposu…"

"The Master said, 'The superior man is not an implement.'"

"Be strict with yourself but least reproachful of others and complaint is kept afar."

"Hold faithfulness and sincerity as first principles. Then no friends will be unlike yourself."