Confucius (551–479 BC) was a Chinese teacher, editor, politician, and philosopher of the Spring and Autumn period of Chinese history.
Death and life have their determined appointments; riches and honors depend upon heaven. Use this quote
If we don't know life, how can we know death? Use this quote
By three methods we may learn wisdom: First, by reflection, which is noblest; Second, by imitation, which is easiest; and third by experience, which is the bitterest. Use this quote
There are three methods to gaining wisdom. The first is reflection, which is the highest. The second is limitation, which is the easiest. The third is experience, which is the bitterest. Use this quote
It is more shameful to distrust our friends than to be deceived by them. Use this quote
Never contract friendship with a man that is not better than thyself. Use this quote
It is easy to hate and it is difficult to love. This is how the whole scheme of things works. All good things are difficult to achieve; and bad things are very easy to get. Use this quote
If I am walking with two other men, each of them will serve as my teacher. I will pick out the good points of the one and imitate them, and the bad points of the other and correct them in myself. Use this quote
The more man meditates upon good thoughts, the better will be his world and the world at large. Use this quote
Heaven means to be one with God. Use this quote
