The superior man is satisfied and composed; the mean man is always full of distress.
A good man does not worry about not being known by others, but rather is concerned about not knowing them.
To know everything is to know nothing, but to know nothing is to know everything.
A workman who wants to do his work well must first prepare his tools.
Good people strengthen themselves ceaselessly
Old age, believe me, is a good and pleasant thing. It is true you are gently shouldered off the stage, but then you are given such a comfortable front stall as spectator.