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Lun Yu Introduction Table of content – The Analects of Confucius

The Master discusses with his disciples and unveil his preoccupations with society. Tr. Legge (en), Lau (en) and Couvreur (fr).

Lunyu IV. 17. (83)

The lessons to be learned from observing men of different characters.
The Master said, "When we see men of worth, we should think of equaling them; when we see men of a contrary character, we should turn inwards and examine ourselves."

Legge IV.17.

The Master said, 'When you meet someone better than yourself, turn your thoughts to becoming his equal. When you meet someone not as good as you are, look within and examine your own self.'

Lau [4:17]

Le Maître dit : « Quand vous voyez un homme sage, pensez à l'égaler en vertu. Quand vous voyez un homme dépourvu de sagesse, examinez-vous vous-même. »

Couvreur IV.17.

17. Nabi bersabda, "Bila melihat seorang yang Bijaksana, berusahalah menyamainya ; dan bila melihat seorang yang tidak Bijaksana, periksalah dirimu sendiri".
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