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The paradigmatic Chinese sage expounds on leading an ethical and fulfilled life.

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Tsze-hsiâ said, “The superior man, having obtained their confidence, may then impose labours on his people. If he have not gained their confidence, they will think that he is oppressing them. Having obtained the confidence of his prince, one may then remonstrate with him. If he have not gained his confidence, the prince will think that he is vilifying him.”

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