博学之，审问之，慎思之，明辨之，笃行之。
Study extensively, inquire carefully, think deeply, distinguish clearly, and practice earnestly.
Source: 中庸(Doctrine of the Mean)
Background
From "The Book of Rites: The Doctrine of the Mean," an important methodology of ancient education.
Interpretation
Learn extensively, inquire in detail, think carefully, distinguish clearly, and practice earnestly. This is the complete process of learning and practice, embodying the idea of unity of knowledge and action.
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