The perfecting of one's self is the fundamental base of all progress and all moral development. Confucius on progress
A superior man is modest in his speech, but exceeds in his actions. Confucius on speech
To practice five things under all circumstances constitutes perfect virtue; these five are gravity, generosity of soul, sincerity, earnestness, and kindness. Confucius on virtue
The superior man thinks always of virtue; the common man thinks of comfort. Confucius on virtue
Virtue is not left to stand alone. He who practices it will have neighbors. Confucius on virtue
To see and listen to the wicked is already the beginning of wickedness. Confucius on wickedness