Duty Quote by Confucius
“What Heaven has conferred is called The Nature; an accordance with this nature is called The Path of duty; the regulation of this path is called Instruction. The path may not be left for an instant. If it could be left, it would not be the path.”
About This Quote
Source Classic: Analects of Confucius, Book 2, 5th century BC
Living according to nature and duty creates harmony; abandoning it even briefly disrupts order.
In simple terms: Follow natural duty and duty.
Key Takeaway
Uphold your responsibilities consistently.
Themes
duty
harmony
nature
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- workplace ethics
- family roles
- public service
- personal discipline
Key Concepts
confucian ethics
order
consistency
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your personal duty align with your nature?
- What happens when duty conflicts with personal desire?
A Different Perspective
May be too rigid for modern, fluid contexts.
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