Confucius

Confucius

Chinese philosopher on ethics.

An influential Chinese philosopher and teacher, Confucius is best known for his teachings on ethics, family values, and social harmony. His philosophy stresses the importance of morality, proper conduct, and respect for tradition in shaping a just and orderly society. His emphasis on the cultivation of virtue in both rulers and citizens has had a profound and lasting impact on Chinese culture and philosophical thought for over two millennia.

Confucius Quotes about Darkness

  • All the darkness in the world can't put out the light of one candle.
  • Don't curse the darkness, light a candle.
  • Yin and yang, male and female, strong and weak, rigid and tender, heaven and earth, light and darkness, thunder and lightning, cold and warmth, good and evil...the interplay of opposite principles constitutes the universe.
  • It is better to light one small candle of gratitude than to curse the darkness.