Truth may sometimes dim, but it will never be extinguished. — Levi
Little reading makes it hard to achieve greatness, while abundant knowledge paves the way to greatness.
Reading is about applying what one learns to new situations; practice is about making connections across diverse fields.
When angry, reading brings joy; when ill, reading brings healing. Relying on it as a life's pursuit allows one to excel in all endeavors. — Yang Xunji, "On a Bookcase"
Every book is the result of vast collective labor; therefore, such labor should be cherished. — Krupskaya
Learning and inquiry must be viewed separately. Learning is learning, and inquiry is inquiry. Some read countless volumes but remain dull because they lack inquiry. A good reader is inquisitive; if one question fails, ask again; if one person cannot answer, ask many. Only then will doubts be cleared and true understanding revealed. — Zheng Xie
The four essentials in reading are "diligence, learning, curiosity, and inquiry." In life, the four essentials are "pragmatism, perseverance, patience, and endurance."
In reading, one must first read carefully so that the words feel as if they come from one's own mouth. Then, contemplate deeply so that the meanings feel as if they come from one's own heart, and only then can true insight be gained. — Zhu Xi
A book is like a mirror: if a donkey stares into a mirror, do not expect to see a saint looking back. — Lichtenberg
Since the age of twelve, I have developed the habit of reading by myself during holidays. At first, I was fascinated by old novels, often reading from morning until late at night. As my reading ability grew, I began reading other books, including "Romance of the Three Kingdoms," "Water Margin," "Journey to the West," and "Strange Tales from a Chinese Studio." — He Qifang