Confucius on the Paradox of Ritual: When the Form Lacks the Spirit​

Confucius Quote: High station filled without indulgent generosity... wherewith should I contemplate such ways?

High station filled without indulgent generosity; ceremonies performed without reverence; mourning conducted without sorrow – wherewith should I contemplate such ways?

居上不宽,为礼不敬,临丧不哀,吾何以观之哉?

Source: The Analects, Ba Yi III, Chapter 26

Author: Confucius / 孔子

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