Archery Quote by Confucius

“The superior man has nothing to compete for. But if he must compete, he does it in an archery match, wherein he ascends to his position, bowing in deference. Descending, he drinks the ritual cup.”

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Archery Character Confucianism Cups Deference Descending Doe Drink Ifs Men Position Ritual Superior man Superiors

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