[149] The disciple Tzu-ch'in.
[150] The son of Confucius.
BOOK XVII
1. Yang Huo[151] wished to see Confucius. Confucius did not go to see him. He sent Confucius a sucking pig. Confucius chose a time when he was out, and went to thank him. They met on the road.
He said to Confucius, Come, let us speak together. To cherish a gem, and undo the kingdom, can that be called love?
It cannot, said Confucius.
To love office, and miss the hour again and again, can that be called wisdom?
It cannot, said Confucius.