Xunzi — "The petty man is eager to acquire but loath to give up."
The petty man is eager to acquire but loath to give up.
Get This Quote & Author's Image Illustrated On:
Click any product to generate a realistic preview (~30s). Up to 3 at a time.
More from Xunzi
"If a man is not ashamed to ask about what is below his dignity, he is not ashamed to learn what is beneath his understanding."
"Learning continues until death and only then does it cease."
"Music is joy. The gentleman takes joy in carrying out the Way; the petty man takes joy in carrying out his desires."
"The petty man is sure to be contentious."
"The nature of man is evil; his goodness is acquired."