05 SEP 2013 by ideonexus
The Great Learning (大學)
What the Great Learning teaches is: to illustrate illustrious virtue; to renovate the people; and to rest in the highest excellence. 大學之道在明明德,在親民,在止於至善 The point where to rest being known, the object of pursuit is then determined; and, that being determined, a calm unperturbedness may be attained to. 知止而后有定;定而后能靜 To that calmness there will succeed a tranquil repose. In that repose there may be careful deliberation, and that del...Presented in another way, with original and translation next to one another.
02 JUN 2011 by ideonexus
Nurse's Pledge
With full knowledge of the responsibilities I am undertaking, I pledge to care for my patients with all of the knowledge, skills, and understanding that I possess, without regard to race, color, creed, politics, or social status. I will spare no effort to conserve meaningful life, to alleviate suffering, and to promote health. I will refrain from any action, which might be harmful to the quality of life or health of those I care for. I will respect, at all times, the dignity and religious be...Focuses on treating patients equally, respecting dignity, keeping knowledge current, and refraining from doing harm.