Resentment Quote by Confucius
““To conceal resentment against a person, and appear friendly with him;— Tso Ch'iu-ming was ashamed of such conduct.””
About This Quote
Source Analects, Book 12, 5th century BC
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.
