By three methods we may learn wisdom: First, by reflection, which
is noblest; Second, by imitation, which is easiest; and third by experience,
which is the bitterest.
-- Confucius
is noblest; Second, by imitation, which is easiest; and third by experience,
which is the bitterest.
-- Confucius
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