A Quote by Confucius

Faced with what is right, to leave it undone shows a lack of courage.

Confucius

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Confucius
Chinese - Philosopher
551 BC - 479 BC

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Leave undone whatever you hesitate to do.

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Oh Lord, may I be directed what to do and what to leave undone.

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