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“To conceal resentment against a person, and appear friendly with him;— Tso Ch'iu-ming was ashamed of such conduct.” quote by Confucius
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““To conceal resentment against a person, and appear friendly with him;— Tso Ch'iu-ming was ashamed of such conduct.””

Confucius

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Concealing resentment behind false friendliness is shameful and dishonest.

In simple terms: Hiding anger with fake friendliness is wrong.

Key Takeaway

Be sincere, avoid pretended friendliness.

Themes

honesty integrity interpersonal relations

Mood

reflective thoughtful

Type

philosophical ethical

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • workplace dynamics
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

confucian ethics emotional authenticity

Questions to Reflect On

  • When have you pretended friendliness?
  • What are the costs of hidden resentment?
A Different Perspective

Sincerity may be socially risky.

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