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The Analects – Chapter 154 (7.6). Confucius’ framework for holistic self-cultivation
7.6 The Master said, “Set your heart upon the Way, support yourself by its power, lean upon Goodness, seek distraction in the arts”
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The Analects – Chapter 153 (7.5). The idealist’s lament
7.5 The Master said,”How utterly have things gone to the bad with me! It is long now indeed since I dreamed that I saw the Duke of Zhou.”
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The Analects – Chapter 152 (7.4). The art of everyday grace
7.4 In his leisure hours the Master’s manner was very free-and-easy, and his expression alert and cheerful.
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The Analects – Chapter 151 (7.3). The four pillars of integrity for individuals
7.3 Confucius said: “Failure to cultivate virtue, neglect of deep learning, inability to pursue righteousness when recognized, and refusal to correct errors — these are my deepest concerns.”
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The Analects – Chapter 150 (7.2). Confucius on lifelong learning and selfless mentorship
7.2 The Master said, “I have listened in silence and noted what was said, I have never grown tired of learning nor wearied of teaching others what I have learnt. These at least are merits which I can confidently claim.”
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The Analects – Chapter 149 (7.1). Creation through transmission: Confucius on cultural continuity
Analects 7.1 The Master said, “I have transmitted what was taught to me without making up anything of my own. I have been faithful to and loved the Ancients. In these respects, I make bold to think, not even our old Peng can have excelled me.”