We survive through adversity and perish through comfort.
生於憂患而死於安樂
Philosophers
Mencius
Born c. 372 BC in China's Warring States era, Mencius held that human nature is inherently good. He championed benevolent rule rooted in the people's welfare. His writings became one of Confucianism's Four Books.
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Mencius's Other Quotes
Those who fully develop their mind know their nature. Knowing their nature, they know Heaven.
Favorable timing is less important than geographical advantage, and that is less important than unity among people.
The people are most important; the altars of state come next; the ruler is least important.
The feeling of compassion is the sprout of benevolence; shame, of righteousness; deference, of propriety; right and wrong, of wisdom.
The trouble with people is that they love playing teacher to others.
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