Confucius

A gentleman is ashamed to let his words outrun his deeds.

Confucius

A heart set on love will do no wrong.

Confucius

A lack of patience in trifling matters might lead to the disruption of great project.

Confucius

A man of humanity is one who, in seeking to establish himself, finds a foothold for others and who, in desiring attaining himself, helps others to attain.

Confucius

A man should practice what he preaches, but a man should also preach what he practices.

Confucius

A workman who wants to do his work well must first prepare his tools.

Confucius

All people are the same; only their habits differ.

Confucius

An inch of time on the sundial is worth more than a foot of jade.

Confucius

As the water shapes itself to the vessel that contains it, so a wise man adapts himself to circumstances.

Confucius

Base yourself in loyalty and trust. Don’t be companion with those who are not your moral equal. When you make a mistake, don’t hesitate to correct it.

Confucius