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The expectations of life depend upon diligence; the mechanic that would perfect his work must first sharpen his tools.
~ Confucius
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Confucius was a Chinese teacher, editor, politician, and philosopher of the Spring and Autumn period of Chinese history. Wikipedia
551 BC, Qufu, Lu state
479 BC, Qufu, Lu state
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