Two Kinds of Excellence: The Fullness of Virtue, the Acumen of Trade

Confucius said: “Hui is near perfect in virtue, yet often in want. Ci does not accept Heaven’s will, engages in trade, and his speculations are often right.”

There is Hui! He has nearly attained to perfect virtue. He is often in want. Ci does not acquiesce in the appointments of Heaven, and his goods are increased by him. Yet his judgments are often correct.

回也其庶乎,屡空。赐不受命,而货殖焉,亿则屡中。

Source: The Analects, Xian Jin XI, Chapter 19

Author: Confucius

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