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季康子问：“使民敬忠以劝，如之何？” 子曰：“临之以庄，则敬；孝慈，则忠；举善而教不能，则劝。”

A noble who was the minister in power in the government in Confucius’ Native State asked him what should be done to inspire a feeling of respect and loyalty in the people, in order to make them exert themselves for the good of the country. Confucius answered, “Treat them with seriousness and they will respect you. Let them see that you honor your parents and your prince, and are considerate for the welfare of those under you, and the people will be loyal to you. Advance those who excel in anything and educate the ignorant, and the people will exert themselves.”