From the Emperor down to the masses of the people, all must consider the cultivation of the person the root of everything else.
Respect shown without observing the rules of propriety is called vulgarity.
Courtesy without observing these rules is called forwardness. Boldness without observing them is called violence. Forwardness mars gentleness and benevolence. If there is careful attention to burial rites, if the offerings are made to the dead, then the people, I promise you, will turn fully to excellence. Take your stand on the ritual and be perfected by music.