Justice Quote by Confucius
“A superior man in dealing with the world is not for anything or against anything. He follows righteousness as the standard.”
About This Quote
Source Classic: Analects, Book 12, circa 5th century BC
A virtuous person acts without bias, guided solely by righteousness.
In simple terms: Act righteously without personal agenda.
Key Takeaway
Follow righteousness alone.
Themes
morality
impartiality
principles
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- leadership
- decision making
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
ethical philosophy
confucianism
Questions to Reflect On
- When should personal values influence decisions?
- Can strict righteousness be inflexible?
A Different Perspective
Rigid impartiality may ignore nuanced contexts.
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