Chinese Philosophers-Who Said It?

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“The ruler does not work side by side with his people, and they respect his dignity.”

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Hanfeizi

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Highest good is like water, benefiting all without contention, settling where none prefer.

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Laozi

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A sage ruling a state does not rely on people doing good. He ensures they don't do bad. Relying on self-good leads to fewer than ten successes.

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Hanfeizi

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"If a ruler is honest, his people will do their duty without orders; if not, they won't obey."

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Confucius

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“To be humble at home, earnest at work, and faithful to all. Even among wild tribes none of this must be dropped.”

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Confucius

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“The more laws and edicts are imposed, the more thieves and bandits there will be.”

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Laozi

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“Past and present have different customs; new and old adopt different measures. Using lenient government to rule a critical age is like driving a runaway horse without reins.”

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Hanfeizi

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“Our body, with hair and skin, comes from our parents. We must not injure it. This is filial respect. We build our character and honor our parents for future generations.”

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Confucius

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The sage does nothing, ruins nothing, and loses nothing.

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Laozi