It is often easier to learn from the mistakes of others than from our own.
At times, the most dangerous politicians have been those impelled by dreams and ideals, rather than basic realities.
A man can seem to have many friends yet know little of friendship.
Art, when destroyed can never be replaced, yet history repeats itself.
It is painful to reflect upon your failures knowing that you alone caused them.
The most powerful of men can fail when they forget that a mighty river can be crossed at its source.