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Confucius says: The Top 10 Wise Confucius Quotes

Sunday, August 17, 2014 4:36
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by Myrko Thum
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Confucius is one of the most quoted personalities ever. He is so popular that there is a special “Confucius says …” joke-selection, I mean who can say to have this kind of achievement ;)

Confucius, whose name literally means “Master Kong”, lived 551-479 BCE. He was a Chinese thinker and philosopher, whose teachings have deeply influenced not only Asian thought and life. He presented himself as a “transmitter who invented nothing” and he really pointed out the importance of learning, which is one reason he is seen by Chinese people as “The Greatest Master”.

One of the best known sources of Confucius are The Analects, a collection of his teachings, which was compiled many years after his death. A fountain of extremely mindful and wise Confucius quotes springs from these ancient descriptions.

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Many of them are universal and timeless in their beautiful and simple truth and they are as valid today as on the day they left Confucius’ mouth. Here we take a look at 10 of the most inspiring quotes by Confucius.
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  • I always liked the one that goes ” Confucius says man with hole in trouser pocket often feel a little cocky” – although I have my doubts that really came from THE Confucius :wink:

  • We can always count on WeBe! :lol:

    • Hope you’re having a great Sunday. Raining here currently. Did U check out the article by Chris about BIN?? Quite informative.

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