Confucius Quotes


Give instruction unto those who cannot procure it for themselves.


Context

Inscribed in the Jefferson Building of the Library of Congress


Citations

Confucius [Kung Fu-tse], 551 BC-479 BC, Chinese Philosopher and Minister of Works and Justice, Book XIII

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Confucius (551–479 BCE) was a Chinese philosopher and politician of the Spring and Autumn period who was traditionally considered the paragon of Chinese sages. Widely considered one of the most important and influential individuals in human history, Confucius's teachings and philosophy formed the basis of East Asian culture and society, and remain influential today.