The man who asks a question is a fool for a minute, the man who does not ask is a fool for life.

Heaven begat Virtue in me; what can man do unto me?

He who keeps danger in mind will rest safely in his seat.

Even in killing men, observe the rules of propriety.

Do not use a cannon to kill a mosquito.

By the ruler's cultivation of his own character there is set up the example of the course which all should pursue.

People with virtue must speak out; People who speak are not all virtuous.

Looking at small advantages prevents great affairs from being accomplished.

Man is born for uprightness. If a man lose his uprightness and yet live, his escape from death is mere good fortune.