"If names be not correct, language is not in accordance with the truth of things. If language be not in accordance with the truth of things, affairs cannot be carried on to success."

"Do not be desirous of having things done quickly; do not look at small advantages. Desire to have things done quickly prevents their being done thoroughly. Looking at small advantages prevents great a…"

"If the mechanic wishes to do his work well, he must first sharpen his tools."

"The Master said, 'The superior man is anxious lest he should not get the truth; he is not anxious lest poverty should come upon him.'"

"The Master said, 'I have not seen one who loves virtue as he loves sexual beauty.'"