reflection Quotes

You have learnt something. That always feels at first as if you had lost something.

Meditation brings wisdom; lack of mediation leaves ignorance. Know well what leads you forward and what hold you back, and choose the path that leads to wisdom.

When you see a man of worth, think of how you may emulate him. When you see one who is unworthy, examine yourself.

When we see men of worth, we should think of equaling them; when we see men of a contrary character, we should turn inwards and examine ourselves.

When you meet someone better than yourself, turn your thoughts to becoming his equal. When you meet someone not as good as you are, look within and examine your own self.

When you see a good person, think of becoming like him. When you see someone not so good, reflect on your own weak points.

In archery we have something like the way of the superior man. When the archer misses the center of the target, he turns round and seeks for the cause of his failure in himself.

Reviewing what you have learned and learning anew, you are fit to be a teacher.

Learning without reflection is a waste, reflection without learning is dangerous.

To study and not think is a waste. To think and not study is dangerous.