"The Master said, 'The superior man, extensively studying all learning, and keeping himself under the restraint of the rules of propriety, may thus likewise not overstep what is right.'"

"What you do not want done to yourself, do not do to others."

"The Master said, 'He who offends against Heaven has none to whom he can pray.'"

"The superior man does not even for the space of a single meal act contrary to virtue. In moments of haste, he cleaves to it. In seasons of danger, he cleaves to it."

"When you see a good man, try to emulate his example, and when you see a bad man, search yourself for his faults."