Mencius said, "A gentleman is different from others because of his intention. A gentleman is considerate with benevolence. He is very polite. Benevolent people love others, while courteous people respect others. Those who love others will always love others; People who respect others will always respect others.
Translation:
Mencius said: "A gentleman is different from ordinary people in that he has different thoughts in his mind. The idea in a gentleman's heart is benevolence and courtesy. Good people love others, and humble people respect others. People who love others often love others; People who respect others often respect others.
Extended data:
classics reading
"Lovers love each other forever. Those who respect others will always respect others. "
This is a typical text to persuade people to love each other and respect each other, emphasizing self-examination in personal cultivation in the discussion. Reading makes people feel that they have something in common with the spirit of western Christianity. The truth is not profound, it can be said to be self-evident. The key is to have the enthusiasm for action. If everyone has the enthusiasm for this kind of action, many interpersonal contradictions and entanglements will disappear, many things will be easier to handle, and the level of social civilization will be greatly improved.