"Not to converse with a man worthy..." - Quote by Confucius
Not to converse with a man worthy of conversation is to waste the man. To converse with a man not worthy of conversation is to waste words. The wise waste neither men nor words.
More by Confucius
“If you would govern a state of a thousand chariots (a small-to-middle-size state), you must pay strict attention to business, be true to your word, be economical in expenditure and love the people.”
“Happiness is not at the top of the mountain, but in how to climb.”
“In teaching there should be no distinction of classes.”
More on Communication
“I like talking to a brick wall- it's the only thing in the world that never contradicts me!”
“Mr. Bennet, how can you abuse your own children in such a way? You take delight in vexing me. You have no compassion for my poor nerves." "You mistake me, my dear. I have a high respect for your nerves. They are my old friends. I have heard you mention them with consideration these last twenty years at least.”
“I'm not going to sit here and argue with you. Just PUT THE BLOODY METER ON.”