Confucius ( c. 551 – c. 479 BCE) was a Chinese philosopher of the Spring and Autumn period who is traditionally considered the paragon of Chinese sages, as well as the first teacher in China to advocate for mass education. Much of the shared cultural heritage of the Sinosphere originates in the philosophy and teachings of Confucius. His philosophical teachings, called Confucianism, emphasized personal and governmental morality, correctness of social relationships, justice, kindness, sincerity, and a ruler's responsibilities to lead by virtue.
Notable quotes by Confucius.
1. "It does not matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop."
2. "Real knowledge is to know the extent of one's ignorance."
3. "Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life."
4. "The will to win, the desire to succeed, the urge to reach your full potential... these are the keys that will unlock the door to personal excellence."
5. "Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall."
6. "When we see men of a contrary character, we should turn inwards and examine ourselves."
7. "To see what is right and not do it is the want of courage."
8. "Wheresoever you go, go with all your heart."
9. "The man who moves a mountain begins by carrying away small stones."
10. "The superior man is modest in his speech but exceeds in his actions."
11. "He who learns but does not think, is lost! He who thinks but does not learn is in great danger."
12. "It is not the failure of others to appreciate your abilities that should trouble you, but rather your failure to appreciate theirs."
13. "The superior man is distressed by the limitations of his ability; he is not distressed by the fact that men do not recognize the ability that he has."
14. "When you have faults, do not fear to abandon them."
15. "To be wronged is nothing, unless you continue to remember it."