The Master discusses with his disciples and unveil his preoccupations with society. Tr. Legge (en), Lau (en) and Couvreur (fr).
The consequence of selfish conduct.
The Master said: "He who acts with a constant view to his own advantage will be much murmured against."
Legge IV.12.
The Master said, 'if one is guided by profit in one's actions, one will incur much ill will.'
Lau [4:12]
Le Maître dit : « Celui qui dans ses entreprises cherche uniquement son intérêt propre excite beaucoup de mécontentements. »
Couvreur IV.12.
The Analects of Confucius – Lun Yu IV. 12. (78) – Chinese on/off – Français/English
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