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Confucius Quotes

To see the right and not to do it is cowardice.
Confucius

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Philosopher Quotes
Category:
Chinese Philosopher Quotes
Year of Birth:
551 BC
Year of Death:
479 BC
Nationality:
Chinese
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Cowardice, Right, See
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