The Analects of Confucius, a classic of traditional Chinese culture, is a collection of ideas and sayings from the Chinese philosopher Confucius. It has been translated into more than 30 foreign languages. September 28 is the 2,575th anniversary of Confucius' birth.

Take a look at some Confucian quotes translated by renowned British sinologist James Legge from his 1861 edition of The Chinese Classics Volume 1 to learn about Chinese philosophical thought. What's your favorite quote? Leave a comment below!