Confucius' Basic Views on Gentleman's Virtue and Self-cultivation

Confucius clearly put forward three basic points of gentleman's moral cultivation: the benevolent is not sad, the wise is not confused and the brave is not afraid.

1 and "Gentleman's Three Virtues" both emphasize the three words "No", namely, carefree, undoubted and fearless, which are derived from the experience of a gentleman in three aspects: wisdom, benevolence and courage.

2, just like "the eagle stands like a sleep, the tiger walks like a disease", the real strong always likes to hide in front and wait, while the wise and intelligent people are often displayed in front of others. This is not to suppress one's desires, but to cultivate one's character naturally.

3. The reason why benevolent people don't worry is that they have a kind and tolerant attitude, and treat all people and things in this way, which transcends the fetters of material things and is carefree and happy forever. They will not live in regret for the past and fear for the future.

The benevolent knows that success or failure is nothing when the world is changing and developing. Win without arrogance, lose without arrogance, and lose without disorder. This is their way of life. They will not always stare at the small things in front of them, nor will they change their mood because of temporary success and failure.

Wise people are not confused because they are knowledgeable, principled and wise, and can find the source and solution of things in a fog. No matter what happens, they can keep a calm heart, calmly treat the changes in their lives and will not be confused by some unexpected things.

The spirit of "three virtues of a gentleman" is precious because the growth and development of courage, dignity, elegance and dignity cannot be achieved overnight.