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Quote by Xun Zi
In antiquity the sage kings recognized that mens nature is bad and

In antiquity the sage kings recognized that mens nature is bad and that their tendencies were not being corrected and their lawlessness controlled. – Xun Zi

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A person is born with feelings of envy and hate. If he gives way to them, they will lead him to violence and crime, and any sense of loyalty and good faith will be abandoned. – Xun Zi

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Faith
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The coming of honor or disgrace must be a reflection of ones inner power. – Xun Zi

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power
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In order to properly understand the big picture, everyone should fear becoming mentally clouded and obsessed with one small section of truth. – Xun Zi

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Fear
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Never measure the height of a mountain until you have reached the top. Then you will see how low it was. – Dag Hammarskjold

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