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第二章

1. 朝,與下大夫言,侃侃如也;與上大夫言,闇闇如也。

2. 君在,踧踖如也,與與如也。

CHAPTER II.

1. When he was waiting at court, in speaking with the great officers of the lower grade, he spake freely, but in a straightforward manner; in speaking with those of the higher grade, he did so blandly, but precisely.

2. When the ruler was present, his manner displayed respectful uneasiness; it was grave, but self-possessed.

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