Random Quotes
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Never has a man who has bent himself been able to make others straight.Mencius, Works
Sincerity is the way of Heaven.Mencius, Works
Men must be decided on what they will not do, and then they are able to act with vigor in what they ought to do.Mencius, Works
Great wisdom is generous; petty wisdom is contentious. Great speech is impassioned, small speech cantankerous.Chuang-tzu, On Leveling All Things
He who pursues fame at the risk of losing his self is not a scholar.Chuang-tzu, The Great Supreme
Cherish that which is within you, and shut off that which is without.Chuang-tzu, On Tolerance
A military operation involves deception. Even though you are competent, appear to be incompetent. Though effective, appear to be ineffective.Sun-tzu
Victorious warriors win first and then go to war, while defeated warriors go to war first and then seek to win.Sun-tzu
The best victory is when the opponent surrenders of its own accord before there are any actual hostilities...It is best to win without fighting.Sun-tzu
When you meet your antagonist, do everything in a mild and agreeable manner. Let your courage be as keen, but at the same time as polished, as your sword.Richard Brinsley Sheridan