When we see men of worth, we should think of equaling them;… - James Legge

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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.

James Legge

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James Legge (20 December 1815 – 29 November 1897) was a Scottish sinologist, missionary, and scholar, best known as an early and prolific translator of Classical Chinese texts into English.

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Alternative Names: Reverend James Legge

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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. - James Legge

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