The language of the sages, an art of conciseness, where each word holds its weight in poetry.
靜以修身，儉以養德
－ 孟子
－ 孟子
“Cultivate virtue through quietude,
nourish morality through frugality.”
— Mencius
nourish morality through frugality.”
— Mencius
This verse is from Mencius, one of the greatest philosophers in China, teaching the value of introspection and simplicity.
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