A man of humanity is one who, in seeking to establish himself, finds a foothold for others and who, in desiring attaining himself, helps others to attain.

Men's natures are alike; it is their habits that separate them.

The Three Armies can be deprived of their commanding officer, but even a common man cannot be deprived of his purpose.

At fifteen my mind was directed to study, and at thirty I knew where to stand.

When you see a good person, think of becoming like her/him. When you see someone not so good, reflect on your own weak points.

Can there be a love which does not make demands on its object?

Everything has its beauty but not everyone sees it. To see it a person only needs to imagine how it could be worse.