# XXXVII explained — Analects

> Chapter companion for Analects by Confucius.

## What happens

The Master's demeanor is described as mild yet dignified, majestic yet not fierce, and respectful yet easy, illustrating the ideal balance of the superior man.

## Themes in this chapter

### The Superior Man

Confucius embodies the superior man's balanced demeanor.

## Character check-ins

### Confucius

The Master's demeanor exemplifies the ideal balance of qualities.

## Key lines

> The Master was mild, and yet dignified; majestic, and yet not fierce; respectful, and yet easy.

Confucius was gentle but serious, awe-inspiring but not harsh, and courteous but relaxed.

_Describes the ideal character of the superior man._

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