Every truth has two sides; it is as well to look at both, before we commit ourselves to either.
Beware lest you lose the substance by grasping at the shadow.
We learn from the things we suffer.
Men often bear little grievances with less courage than they do large misfortunes.
While I see many hoof marks going in, I see none coming out. It is easier to get into the enemy's toils than out again.
Self-conceit may lead to self destruction.