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The Fifth Reflection: “In Speech, Think of Sincerity”

The Fifth Reflection: “In Speech, Think of Sincerity”

By Zheng / June 17, 2026 / honesty, Ji Shi XVI, Ji Shi XVI Chapter 10, reflection, sincerity, speech, The Analects, 言思忠

Confucius said: “In regard to his speech, he is anxious that it should be sincere.”

In regard to his speech, he is anxious that it should be sincere.

言思忠。

Source: The Analects, Ji Shi XVI, Chapter 10

Author: Confucius

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