Verse 12-Analects of Confucius Chapter 2
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Verse 12 of Analects of Confucius Chapter 2
English: Confucius said:"A gentleman is no vessel1.
Modern: 孔子说：“一个君子不像样一个器具。”
Original: 子曰：“君子不器。”
Explanation: What Confucius means is that a gentleman is no specialist.
Application:
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Notes
- 1: During that time, each vessel only have one specific purpose.