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“A gentleman is ashamed to let his words outrun his deeds.”

Quote by Confucius

Book:The Analects

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The Analects is a foundational text of Confucianism, compiling the sayings and thoughts of the ancient Chinese philosopher Confucius. It covers a range of topics including moral philosophy, governance, and social conduct. more

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Confucius, also known as Kong Qiu or Zhongni, was a great philosopher, educator, and politician during the Spring and Autumn period of ancient China. He advocated for benevolence, rule of propriety, and the doctrine of the mean, and his thoughts have had a profound impact on Chinese and world culture. more

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