Confucius Quote by Salman Rushdie
““Confucius: If you sit by the river for long enough, the body of your enemy will float by.””
About This Quote
Source Quote: Attributed to Confucius, popularized in modern commentary
Patience reveals that adversaries eventually face consequences without direct confrontation
In simple terms: Time will expose your enemies
Let events unfold naturally
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- legal disputes
- personal feuds
- long‑term planning
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance patience with necessary action?
- When is waiting harmful?
May overlook proactive solutions