An oak and a reed were arguing about their strength. When a strong wind came up, the reed avoided being uprooted by bending and leaning with the gusts of wind. But the oak stood firm and was torn up by the roots.

It is in vain to expect our prayers to be heard, if we do not strive as well as pray.

It is with our Passions, as it is with Fire and Water, they are 'Good Servants,' but 'Bad Masters.'

Kindness effects more than severity.

Children are not to be blamed for the faults of their parents.

Never trust advice from a man in the throes of his own difficulty.

All of us, the great and the little have need of each other.