On a deux vies et la deuxième commence le jour ou l'on se rend compte qu'on n'en a qu'une.

When things are investigated, then true knowledge is achieved; when true knowledge is achieved, then the will becomes sincere; when the will is sincere, then the heart is set right ; when the heart is set right, then the personal life is cultivated; when the personal life is cultivated, then the family life is regulated; when the family life is regulated, then the national life is orderly; and when the national life is orderly, then there is peace in this world.

I will not be concerned at other men's not knowing me;I will be concerned at my own want of ability.

A man who has committed a mistake and doesn't correct it, is committing another mistake.

We can know a person by observing his behaviour, understanding the reasons for his actions and ascertaining his intentions. If we do this, how can we not know him?

If you shoot for the stars and hit the moon, it's OK. But you've got to shoot for something. A lot of people don't even shoot.

The true gentleman does not preach what he practices till he has practiced what he preaches.

For benefits return benefits; for injuries return justice without any admixture of revenge.

If a man in the morning hear the right way, he may die in the evening without regret.