Confucius on the Paradox of Motivation: Why Fear of Law Trumps Desire for Gain

Confucius Quote: The superior man thinks of the sanctions of law; the small man thinks of favors which he may receive.

The superior man thinks of the sanctions of law; the small man thinks of favors which he may receive.

君子怀刑,小人怀惠。

Source: The Analects, Li Ren IV, Chapter 11

Author: Confucius / 孔子

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