Sayings of CONFUCIUS

Isn't it a pleasure to learn and constantly practice what is learnt ?
學而時習之, 不亦說乎? (1.1)

When you know a thing, say that you know it; when you do not know a thing, say that you do not know it. It is wise doing so.
知之為知之, 不知為不知, 是知也. (6.20)

Learning without thinking leads to perplexity; thinking without learning is perilous.
學而不思則罔, 思而不學則殆. (2.15)

A man of virtue will not walk alone; he shall always have company.
德不孤, 必有鄰. (4.25)

Never impose on others what you would not choose for yourself.
己所不欲, 勿施於人. (12.2)

Let there be education for all regardless of learners' backgrounds
有教無類. (15.39)

The superior men harmonize without demanding conformity.
君子和而不同. (13.23)

A government cannot stand without public confidence.
民無信不立. (12.7)

Modern Chinese & English by Guozhen WU