The feeling of distress is the root of benevolence, therefore a benevolent man is ever mindful of those who ae suffering and in distress. Mencius
The Power of Love
Benevolence brings under its sway whatever hinders its power, just as water subdues fire: they only doubt the power of water to quench flames who try to extinguish with a cupful a whole burning wagon-load of fagots. Mencius
Everything in Good Measure
Rectitude carried to excess hardens into stiffness; Benevolence indulged beyond measure sinks into weakness. Date Masamune
This Once Was True
It is impossible that any one should become ruler of the people to whom they have not yielded the subjection of their hearts. Mencius