This book is a collection of 213 fundamental quotes and aphorisms of Confucius. It grants his reflections on subjects ranging from Goverment and Ruler to Art of Life:

"Do not do unto others what you do not want others to do unto you."

"Act with kindness but do not expect gratitude."

"Behind every smile there are teeth."

"Education breeds confidence. Confidence breeds hope. Hope breeds peace."

"Give a man a fish, feed home for a day. Teach a man to fish, feed for a lifetime."

"I hear and I forget. I see and I remember. I do and I understand."

"Never give a sword to a man who can't dance."

"Only the wisest and stupidest of men never change."

"To be wealthy and honored in an unjust society is a disgrace."

"The journey with 1000 miles begins with one step."