Confucius (551-479), or often called Master Kung, is a dance teacher in the tradition of education in China.
He is a role model that gives advice, from philosophy to politics.
The Confucius teaching looks simple but feels complete.
Because, he only emphasizes on three main things, namely morality, courtesy in social relations, and justice.
Until now, the influence is still strong.
The main teaching of Confucius emphasizes how to live a harmonious life by prioritizing morality or virtue.
A person is born to undergo a certain relationship so that everyone has certain obligations.
For example, obligations to the state, obligations to parents, obligations to help friends, and a general obligation to human life.
Confucianism is a school of political, intellectual and religious thought developed in the 5th century BC by a Chinese philosopher named Confucius.
In China, this teaching is named Ru Jia or Ju Chia, which means the School of Scientists.
Confucianism helps reform government, so that it provides benefits to people, and builds morals especially in internal government problems.
This teaching teaches respect for the older and legitimizes the power of people who become important figures for traditional beliefs, ritual practices, education, and close family ties.
Confucianism began in China, which then spread to Korea, Japan and Vietnam.
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Confucius Quotes
Confucius Sayings
Wheresoever you go, go with all your heart.
I will not be concerned at other men’s not knowing me; I will be concerned at my own want of ability. – Confucius
When it is obvious that the goals cannot be reached, don’t adjust the goals; adjust the action steps.
With coarse rice to eat, with water to drink, and my bended arm for a pillow – I have still joy in the midst of these things. Riches and honors acquired by unrighteousness are to me as a floating cloud.
When it is obvious that the goals cannot be reached, don’t adjust the goals, adjust the action steps. – Confucius
When we see men of a contrary character, we should turn inwards and examine ourselves.
If you look into your own heart, and you find nothing wrong there, what is there to worry about? What is there to fear?
Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall. – Confucius
I hear and I forget. I see and I remember. I do and I understand.
To know what you know and what you do not know, that is true knowledge. – Confucius
Wisdom, compassion, and courage are the three universally recognized moral qualities of men. – Confucius
To see what is right and not to do it is want of courage.
Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in getting up every time we do.
You cannot open a book without learning something. – Confucius
Confucianism Quotes
The will to win, the desire to succeed, the urge to reach your full potential…these are the keys that will unlock the door to personal excellence. – Confucius
The superior man, when resting in safety, does not forget that danger may come. When in a state of security he does not forget the possibility of ruin. When all is orderly, he does not forget that disorder may come. Thus his person is not endangered, and his States and all their clans are preserved.
When you know a thing, to hold that you know it; and when you do not know a thing, to allow that you do not know it – this is knowledge.
Fine words and an insinuating appearance are seldom associated with true virtue.
Everything has beauty, but not everyone sees it. – Confucius
To be able under all circumstances to practice five things constitutes perfect virtue; these five things are gravity, generosity of soul, sincerity, earnestness and kindness.
Before you embark on a journey of revenge, dig two graves.
Silence is a true friend who never betrays.
Hold faithfulness and sincerity as first principles.
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. – Confucius
Learning without thought is labor lost; thought without learning is perilous.10. Recompense injury with justice, and recompense kindness with kindness.
The book salesman should be honored because he brings to our attention, as a rule, the very books we need most and neglect most.
The firm, the enduring, the simple, and the modest are near to virtue
I am not one who was born in the possession of knowledge; I am one who is fond of antiquity, and earnest in seeking it there
If you look into your own heart, and you find nothing wrong there, what is there to worry about? What is there to fear?
I want you to be everything that’s you, deep at the center of your being. – Confucius
It does not matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop. – Confucius
To be able under all circumstances to practice five things constitutes perfect virtue; these five things are gravity, generosity of soul, sincerity, earnestness and kindness.
He who learns but does not think, is lost. He who thinks but does not learn is in great danger.
I am not one who was born in the possession of knowledge; I am one who is fond of antiquity, and earnest in seeking it there.
Quotes by Confusious
Do not impose on others what you yourself do not desire.
Better a diamond with a flaw than a pebble without.
Without feelings of respect, what is there to distinguish men from beasts?
Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life. – Confucius
Be not ashamed of mistakes and thus make them crimes.
He who will not economize will have to agonize.
He that would perfect his work must first sharpen his tools.
If a man takes no thought about what is distant, he will find sorrow near at hand.
Never impose on others what you would not choose for yourself.
Things that are done, it is needless to speak about…things that are past, it is needless to blame.
The strength of a nation derives from the integrity of the home. – Confucius
Men’s natures are alike, it is their habits that carry them far apart.