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Dealings Quote by Confucius

“In his dealings with the world, the gentleman is not invariably for or against anything. He is on the side of what is moral.” quote by Confucius
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“In his dealings with the world, the gentleman is not invariably for or against anything. He is on the side of what is moral.”

Confucius

About This Quote

Source Book: Analects, Confucius, 5th century BC

A moral person chooses right over personal preference, aligning actions with ethical principles.

In simple terms: Moral choices over personal bias.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize ethics over personal stance.

Themes

ethics morality integrity

Mood

reflective thoughtful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • leadership decisions
  • personal dilemmas
  • policy making

Key Concepts

Confucianism virtue ethics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you decide when morality clashes with personal gain?
  • What guides your sense of right in ambiguous situations?
A Different Perspective

Moral choices may conflict with practical interests.

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