The superior man is firm without being obstinate.
Chinese philosopher, founder of Confucianism
Analects 15.16 (often translated as 'The gentleman is not obstinate')
c. 5th century BCE
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"The Master said, 'The student of virtue has no anxieties; the man of wisdom has no perplexities; the man of courage has no fears.'"
Humorous"The superior man thinks of virtue; the small man thinks of comfort."
Strange & Unusual"The superior man is easy to serve and difficult to please."
Strange & Unusual"I transmit, but don't innovate. I am faithful to and love the ancients."
Humorous"Wheresoever you go, go with all your heart."
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