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Stone Chimes

A modern English adaption of the Analects of Confucius.

Relaxation

7.4

When Confucius was at leisure, he was composed, but relaxed.

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7.37

Confucius said, “The noble person is self-possessed and relaxed. The small person is always worried.”

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7.38

Confucius was gentle, but firm. He inspired awe, but wasn’t harsh. He was respectful, but relaxed.

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