An idea from The Doctrine of the Mean

An old promise holds that great virtue is sure to bring rank, riches, fame and long life, the way Heaven feeds a tree that thrives. Confucius never held high office for long, though. And his best student, Yan Hui, died young.

From The Doctrine of the Mean by Zisi

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