HomePhilosophersConfucius QuotesThe Essence of Wisdom: “To Know All Men” The Essence of Wisdom: “To Know All Men”By Zheng / May 12, 2026 / discernment, Fan Chi, knowledge, The Analects, understanding people, wisdom, Yan Yuan XII, Yan Yuan XII Chapter 22, zhi It is to know all men. 知人。 Source: The Analects, Yan Yuan XII, Chapter 22 Author: Confucius Related Posts The First Step Down: The Release of a Countenance Confucius Quote on the Process of Refinement: As You Cut and File, Carve and Polish The Ultimate Attraction: When Virtue Governs, the People Come Bearing Their Children An Unbending Refusal: The Ultimatum of Min Ziqian Leave a Comment Cancel ReplyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Type here.. Name* Email* Website Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.