Han Fei : (3)

" The severe household has no fierce slaves, while it is the affectionate mother who has the prodigal son. " - Han Fei

" The ruler who possesses methods of government does not follow the good that happens by chance but practices according to necessary principles. Law, methods, and power must be employed for government: these constitute its ‘necessary principles.’ " - Han Fei

" If you rely on political factions to promote men to office, the people will work to develop instrumental relationships and will not seek to be useful with regard to the law. Thus, a ruler who mistakes reputation for ability when assigning offices will see his state fall into disorder. " - Han Fei