Verse 35-Analects of Confucius Chapter 14

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Verse 35 of Analects of Confucius Chapter 14

English: Confucius said:"A good horse is not known for its speed but for its finer qualities."

Modern: 孔子说:“好马不是以其力量所称道,而是因为它的温驯天性而被人喜爱。”

Original: 子曰:“骥(jì)(一)不称其力,称其德也!”

Explanation:

Application:

Notes

  • (一): 这里指的是马。

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