Confucius Quotes

I daily examine myself on three points: In planning for others, have I failed in conscientiousness? In intercourse with friends, have I been insincere? And have I failed to practice what I have been taught?

Confucius

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  Confucius
  • Failed
  • Examine
  • Conscientiousness