《菜根谭》英译（责恶勿太严、教善勿太高）

攻人之恶毋太严，要思其堪受；教人之善毋过高，当使其可从。<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" />

When censuring someone for his faults, do not be too severe; consider the other’s level of tolerance. When teaching a man correct conduct, do not set goals which are too lofty for him to reach; consider what he is capable of accomplishing.

（保罗·怀特 译）

Not be too severe when reproaching others with their faults; it is better to consider how much they can endure. Not be too demanding when initiating others into righteousness; it is better to make them feel easy to keep up.