Hold faithfulness and sincerity as first principles.

The scholar does not consider gold and jade to be precious treasures, but loyalty and good faith.

If the gentleman is not serious, he will not be respected, and his learning will not be on a firm foundation. He considers loyalty and faithfulness to be fundamental, has no friends who are not like him, and when he has made mistakes, he is not afraid of correcting them.

Be loyal and trustworthy. Do not befriend anyone who is lower than yourself in this regard.

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.