己を律することは容易ではない。
It is not easy to discipline oneself.
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He always regulates his own actions with a high sense of ethics.
彼は「君子三畏」を座右の銘とし、常に自らを律している。
He takes 'Kunshi Sani' as his motto and always disciplines himself.
短気を直すため、彼は韋弦之佩の教えに従い、自分を律した。
In order to fix his short temper, he followed the teaching of 'igen no hai' and disciplined himself.
彼の高潔な人柄に触れ、周囲の者も頑廉懦立して自らを律するようになった。
After being exposed to his noble character, those around him were inspired to improve themselves and practice self-discipline.
Usage Notes
Used when someone controls their behavior or judges something according to a set of rules or standards. Often used in formal or moral contexts.
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