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seek the gratification of his appetite, nor in his dwelling is solicitous of comfort, who is diligent in his work, and guarded in his speech, who associates with the high-principled and thereby rectifies himself, such a one may really be said to love learning."

CHAPTER XV.

1. "What do you think," asked Tzu Kung, " of the man who is poor yet not servile, or who is rich yet not proud?" " He will do," replied the Master, " but he is not equal to the man