Confucius Wisdom Quotes

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What did Confucius say about Wisdom?

Confucius has written many quotes about Wisdom. E.g.,

  • They must often change, who would be constant in happiness or wisdom.
  • Wisdom, compassion, and courage are the three universally recognized moral qualities of men.
  • 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.

What are the top most famous Wisdom quotes by Confucius?

Here are the top most famous quotes about Wisdom by Confucius.

  • They must often change, who would be constant in happiness or wisdom.
  • Wisdom, compassion, and courage are the three universally recognized moral qualities of men.
  • 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.
  • There are three methods to gaining wisdom. The first is reflection, which is the highest. The second is limitation, which is the easiest. The third is experience, which is the bitterest.
  • When it is obvious that the goals cannot be reached, don't adjust the goals, adjust the action steps.
  • The gem cannot be polished without friction nor man without trials.
  • Life is really simple, but men insist on making it complicated.
  • Tell me and Ill forget. Show me and Ill remember. Involve me and Ill understand.
  • Learning without thinking is labor lost; thinking without learning is perilous.