Explore popular quotes and sayings by a Chinese philosopher Zengzi.
Last updated on December 18, 2024.
Zeng Shen, better known as Zengzi, courtesy name Ziyu, was a Chinese philosopher and disciple of Confucius. He later taught Zisi, the grandson of Confucius, who was in turn the teacher of Mencius, thus beginning a line of transmitters of orthodox Confucian traditions. He is revered as one of the Four Sages of Confucianism.
Daily, I examine myself in three areas. Have I done my best when doing things for others? Have I been trustworthy in my dealings with my friends? Have I revised the lessons I have been taught?
A gentleman makes friends by learning together with others, and he looks to friends to help him cultivate benevolence.
A virtuous man concentrates on his own work, not that of others.
Filial Piety is the principle of Heaven, The righteousness of Earth, And the (proper) conduct of the people.