Effort Quote by Xun Kuang
“If there were no human nature, then there would be nothing for deliberate effort to be applied to. If there were no deliberate effort, then human nature would not be able to beautify itself.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Book of Rites (Liji) by Xun Kuang, 3rd century BCE
Human nature and deliberate effort are interdependent; without one, the other loses purpose.
In simple terms: Effort and nature rely on each other.
Recognize how effort shapes character.
Themes
Mood
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When to use this quote
- personal growth
- education
- leadership
- creative projects
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your effort reflect your nature?
- What values guide your actions?
Effort alone cannot create meaning without underlying values.