Confucius Moment: February 27, 2016

I am not one who was born in the possession of knowledge; I am one who is fond of antiquity, and earnest in seeking it there.

In my opinion, this quote from the Analects is representative that for an individual to be of the highest standard he or she should learn from history and its many precedents. In addition, self-cultivation is a lifelong concept, much as we here in America see lifelong learning as genuinely beneficial and necessary. Confucius sets a high standard in learning and gaining knowledge. It is important to combine studying with thinking 

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