知者不惑，仁者不忧，勇者不惧。
The wise are not confused, the benevolent are not worried, the brave are not afraid.
Source: 论语·子罕(The Analects)
Background
From "The Analects: Zi Han," Confucius explains the characteristics of three virtues: wisdom, benevolence, and courage.
Interpretation
Wise people are not confused, benevolent people do not worry, and brave people are not afraid. These are three important aspects of an ideal personality.
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