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" Look not at what is contrary to propriety; listen not to what is contrary to propriety; speak not what is contrary to propriety; make no movement which is contrary to propriety. "

Confucius

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" Virtue is not left to stand alone. He who practices it will have neighbors. "

" Death and life have their determined appointments; riches and honors depend upon heaven. "

" What you do not want done to yourself, do not do to others. "

" A youth, when at home, should be filial and, abroad, respectful to his elders. He should be earnest and truthful. He should overflow in love to all and cultivate the friendship of the good. When he has time and opportunity, after the performance of these things, he should employ them in polite studies. "

" He who acts with a constant view to his own advantage will be much murmured against. "

" Instead of being concerned that you have no office, be concerned to think how you may fit yourself for office. Instead of being concerned that you are not known, seek to be worthy of being known. "

" Do not impose on others what you yourself do not desire. "

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" If we don't know life, how can we know death? "

" Success depends upon previous preparation, and without such preparation there is sure to be failure. "

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" The more man meditates upon good thoughts, the better will be his world and the world at large. "

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