A man is great not because he hasn't failed; a man is great because failure hasn't stopped him.

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.

Without an acquaintance with the rules of propriety, it is impossible for the character to be established.

All good things are difficult to achieve, and all bad things are very easy to get.

A fool despises good counsel, but a wise man takes it to heart.

When you have faults, do not fear to abandon them.

Worry not that no one knows you; seek to be worth knowing.

Study the past, if you would divine the future.

They must often change who would remain constant in happiness and wisdom.

He who knows all the answers has not been asked all the questions.

If you yourself desire establishment, then help others to get establishment; if you yourself want success, then help others to attain success.

Every house guest brings you happiness. Some when they arrive, and some when they are leaving.

Tell people - and they may forget... show them - they may remember... but involve them and they will understand.

A great man is hard on himself; a small man is hard on others.

If you make a mistake and do not correct it, this is called a mistake.

Keep it simple and focus on what matters. Don't let yourself be overwhelmed.

Three things cannot long be hidden: the sun, the moon, and the truth.

The man who moves a mountain begins by carrying away small stones.

Expect much from yourself and little from others and you will avoid incurring resentments