Confucius Sayings and Quotes

Below you will find our collection of inspirational, wise, and humorous old Confucius quotes, Confucius sayings, and Confucius proverbs, collected over the years from a variety of sources.'

To see and listen to the wicked is already the beginning of wickedness. Confucius
Life is really simple, but we insist on making it complicated. Confucius
The will to win, the desire to succeed, the urge to reach your full potential these are the keys that will unlock the door to personal excellence. Confucius
It does not matter how slowly you go so long as you do not stop. Confucius
A ruthless man extends his ruthlessness from those he does not love to those he loves. Confucius
Wherever you go, go with all your heart. Confucius
When you see a good person, think of becoming like her/him. When you see someone not so good, reflect on your own weak points. Confucius
Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall. Confucius
Only the wisest and stupidest of men never change. Confucius
Better a diamond with a flaw than a pebble without. Confucius
The more man meditates upon good thoughts the better will be his world and the world at large. Confucius
Person who chases two rabbits catches neither. Confucius
Learning without reflection is a waste, reflection without learning is dangerous. Confucius
Study without reflection is a waste of time; reflection without study is dangerous. Confucius
To be fond of learning is near to wisdom; to practice with vigor is near to benevolence; and to be conscious of shame is near to fortitude. Confucius
Keep it simple and focus on what matters. Don't let yourself be overwhelmed. Confucius
He who wished to secure the good of others, has already secured his own. Confucius
The expectations of life depend upon diligence; the mechanic that would perfect his work must first sharpen his tools. Confucius
Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall. Confucius
Study the past, if you would divine the future. Confucius
The virtuous man is driven by responsibility, the non-virtuous man is driven by profit. Confucius
A man who lacks reliability is utterly useless. Confucius
Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in getting up every time we do. Confucius
The man who moves a mountain begins by carrying away small stones. Confucius
Consideration for others is the basic of a good life, a good society. Confucius
It is more shameful to distrust our friends than to be deceived by them. Confucius
By three methods we may learn wisdom: First, by reflection, which is noblest; Second, by imitation, which is easiest; and third by experience, which is the bitterest. Confucius
Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life. Confucius
A man who does not plan long ahead will find trouble at his door. Confucius
When you see a good person, think of becoming like him. When you see someone not so good, reflect on your own weak points. Confucius