Committed Quote by Confucius
“A man who has committed a mistake and doesn't correct it, he is committing another mistake.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Analects of Confucius, 5th century BC
Failing to fix a known error creates a new problem, compounding harm.
In simple terms: Not correcting a mistake makes it worse.
Key Takeaway
Address errors promptly.
Themes
responsibility
learning
integrity
Mood
reflective
concerned
Type
moral
advice
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- workplace
- project management
Key Concepts
Confucian ethics
error correction
Questions to Reflect On
- What error are you ignoring?
- How could fixing it improve outcomes?
A Different Perspective
If the mistake is minor, fixing it may seem unnecessary.
