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nurture beats nature; good company shapes character
Proverb meaning that a person's character is shaped by their environment and the people they associate with, just as mugwort growing among hemp will grow straight. Often used to emphasize the importance of good company.
「麻の中の蓬」ということわざがあるように、人は環境に大きく影響される。
As the proverb 'a mugwort amongst hemp' says, people are greatly influenced by their environment.
子供の教育には、麻の中の蓬の考え方が大切だ。
In children's education, the idea of 'nurture beats nature' is important.
From a quote by the Chinese philosopher Xunzi, emphasizing the influence of environment on personal development.