Quotes on Superior Man

A superior man is modest in his speech, but exceeds in his actions.

By three methods we may learn wisdom: First, by reflection, which is noblest; Second, by imitation, which is easiest; and third by experience, which is the bitterest.

The superior man is easy to serve, but difficult to please ... The inferior man is difficult to serve, but easy to please.

Therefore the superior man is watchful over himself, when he is alone.

The Superior Man has nothing to compete for. But if he must compete, he does it in an archery match, wherein he ascends to his position, bowing in deference. Descending, he drinks the ritual cup.

In archery we have something like the way of the superior man. When the archer misses the center of the target, he turns round and seeks for the cause of his failure in himself.

The superior man sets his person at rest before he moves; he composes his mind before he speaks.

The superior man is intelligently, not blindly, faithful.

A superior man in dealing with the world is not for anything or against anything. He follows righteousness as the standard.

The superior man is the providence of the inferior. He is eyes for the blind, strength for the weak, and a shield for the defenseless. He stands erect by bending above the fallen. He rises by lifting others.

Everything you do right now ripples outward and affects everyone. Your posture can shine your heart or transmit anxiety. Your breath can radiate love or muddy the room in depression. Your glance can awaken joy. Your words can inspire freedom. Your every act can open hearts and minds.