Good or Evil
340. Wicked men and righteous men cannot work together to govern a country, just like ice and charcoal cannot be placed in the same container.
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341. A man of noble character (Junzi) cannot live without honor30; losing it would be like losing the fundamental reason to live. A scoundrel cannot live without desires; losing them would be like losing the means to survive. Thus, a Junzi worries about losing his benevolence and righteousness whereas a scoundrel worries about losing his benefits. By observing what they fear, we can discern the difference between a Junzi and a scoundrel.
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