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A bove others, and yet free from pride, they dwell on high, without peril. Adhering to economy and carefully observant of the rules and laws, they are full, without overflowing.

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quote 8914 | The Doctrine of Filial Piety
The Doctrine of Filial Piety, Chapter III: The Overlords of the States

T o dwell on high without peril is the way long to preserve nobility; to be full without overflowing is the way long to preserve riches.

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quote 8913 | The Doctrine of Filial Piety
The Doctrine of Filial Piety, Chapter III: The Overlords of the States

W hen they are able to preserve their nobility and wealth, they perpetuate the security of their state, and bring harmony to the people. This is filial piety of the overlords of the states.

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quote 8912 | The Doctrine of Filial Piety
The Doctrine of Filial Piety, Chapter III: The Overlords of the States

T hey were most respectful and courteous to the people, so there were no rivalry or competition among them.

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quote 8911 | The Doctrine of Filial Piety
The Doctrine of Filial Piety, Chapter VII: Filial Piety in Relation to the Three Powers

T he ancient kings set the moral standard and acted as role models by loving everyone without discrimination, so the people did not dare to forsake or neglect their parents.

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quote 8910 | The Doctrine of Filial Piety
The Doctrine of Filial Piety, Chapter VII: Filial Piety in Relation to the Three Powers

F ilial piety is the constant (method) of Heaven, the righteousness of Earth, and the practical duty of Man.

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quote 8909 | The Doctrine of Filial Piety
The Doctrine of Filial Piety, Chapter VII: Filial Piety in Relation to the Three Powers

T hey guided the people with moral precepts and with the help of the proprieties and arts, so people lived in peace and harmony.

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quote 8908 | The Doctrine of Filial Piety
The Doctrine of Filial PietyChapter VII: Filial Piety in Relation to the Three Powers

T hey explained to the people the truths about virtue and righteousness, and so people put them into practice.

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quote 8907 | The Doctrine of Filial Piety
The Doctrine of Filial Piety, Chapter VII: Filial Piety in Relation to the Three Powers

T hey demonstrated to people behaviours that are pleasant or detestable, so people understood what should be prohibited.

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quote 8906 | The Doctrine of Filial Piety
The Doctrine of Filial Piety, Chapter VII: Filial Piety in Relation to the Three Powers

T hey follow the course of heaven (in the revolving seasons); they distinguish the advantages afforded by (different) soils; they are careful of their conduct and economical in their expenditure—in order to nourish their parents. This is the filial piety of the common people.

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quote 8905 | The Doctrine of Filial Piety
The Doctrine of Filial Piety, Chapter VI: Filial Piety in the Common People

F ilial piety, the duty of every person from the king to the commoner, is the supreme and eternal principle of life and morality. There has never been anyone who is willing to fulfil this duty yet fails to do so.

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quote 8904 | The Doctrine of Filial Piety
The Doctrine of Filial Piety, Chapter VI: Filial Piety in the Common People

H e speaks, having thought whether the words should be spoken; he acts, having thought whether his actions are sure to give pleasure. His virtue and righteousness are such as will be honored; what he initiates and does is fit to be imitated; his deportment is worthy of contemplation; his movements in advancing or retiring are all according to the proper rule. In this way does he present himself to the people.

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quote 8903 | The Doctrine of Filial Piety
The Doctrine of Filial Piety, Chapter IX: Governance of the Sages

O f all (creatures with their different) natures produced by Heaven and Earth, man is the noblest. Of all the actions of man there is none greater than filial piety.

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quote 8902 | The Doctrine of Filial Piety
The Doctrine of Filial Piety, Chapter IX: Governance of the Sages

[ The people] who both revere and love him, imitate and become like him. Thus he is able to make his teaching of virtue successful, and his government and orders to be carried into effect.

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quote 8901 | The Doctrine of Filial Piety
The Doctrine of Filial Piety, Chapter IX: Governance of the Sages

H e who honours other people but honours not his parents is defying proprieties.

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quote 8900 | The Doctrine of Filial Piety
The Doctrine of Filial Piety, Chapter IX: Governance of the Sages

H e who loves other people but loves not his parents is defying virtue.

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quote 8899 | The Doctrine of Filial Piety
The Doctrine of Filial Piety, Chapter IX: Governance of the Sages

O ut of the feeling of reverence for their parents, the sages taught the duty of respect for others; out of the feeling of affection for parents, they impart the teaching of love for others. Thus, the teachings of the sages were accomplished without being too regimental, and their government was efficient without being overly stringent.

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quote 8898 | The Doctrine of Filial Piety
The Doctrine of Filial Piety, Chapter IX: Governance of the Sages

H e who loves his parents does not dare to hate other people, and he who honours his parents does not dare to despise others.

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quote 8897 | The Doctrine of Filial Piety
The Doctrine of Filial Piety, Chapter II: The King

C ompletely fulfil his duty of loving and honouring his parents; extend the virtue education to all people, act as a role model for the rest of the world; this is the filial piety of the king.

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quote 8896 | The Doctrine of Filial Piety
The Doctrine of Filial Piety, Chapter II: The King

T he heads of clans did not dare to slight their servants and concubines. How much less would they slight their wives and sons! Thus it was that they got their men with joyful hearts (to assist them) in the service of their parents.

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quote 8895 | The Doctrine of Filial Piety
The Doctrine of Filial Piety, Chapter VIII: Governance by Filial Piety

T he rulers of states did not dare to slight wifeless men and widows. How much less would they slight their officers and the people! Thus it was that they got all their people with joyful hearts (to assist them) in serving the rulers, their predecessors.

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quote 8894 | The Doctrine of Filial Piety
The Doctrine of Filial Piety, Chapter VIII: Governance by Filial Piety

W hen the ancient kings, in their great wisdom, governed the country by filial piety, they did not dare to look down upon even the officials of the small states, let alone the aristocrats (the dukes, marquises, earls, viscounts, and barons) of the larger states! That was why the state overlords were willing and glad to assist the king in serving his ancestors and perpetuating his dynasty.

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quote 8893 | The Doctrine of Filial Piety
The Doctrine of Filial Piety, Chapter VIII: Governance by Filial Piety

I f we have a question, we should make a note of it. Then ask someone who knows the answer.

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quote 8892 | Guidelines for Being a Good Person
Guidelines for Being a Good Person, Pure Land Translation Team, Chapter 7

W e should not, because of our arrogance, harm ourselves by doing something improper. We should not, because of our lack of confidence, give up on ourselves. With effort, we will gradually become a noble person.

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quote 8891 | Guidelines for Being a Good Person
Guidelines for Being a Good Person, Pure Land Translation Team, Chapter 7

E ven when in a hurry, we should carefully put our book away. If it is damaged, we should repair it.

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quote 8890 | Guidelines for Being a Good Person
Guidelines for Being a Good Person, Pure Land Translation Team, Chapter 7

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