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Meaning of 克己复礼

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(Trad.: 克己復禮)
restrain yourself and return to the rites (idiom, from Analects); to subdue self and observe proprieties; (any number of possible translations)
Example Sentences
1
Confucius' concept of harmony is completely for self-restraint & returning to rites.
2
As Tao cultivators , we should restrain ourselves to commit deeds that will attract negative karma.
3
Confucius said that self-discipline fulfils the rites. "Self-discipline" is a disguise behavior opposing the innocent nature of human beings.
4
DESPITE its deserved reputation as a nation of thrift and fiscal discipline, Germany has a habit of making bond markets nervous.