Knowing what's correct and not doing it, it's the worst cowardice.

When young, beware of fighting; when strong, beware of sex; and when old, beware of possession.

Let a ruler base his government upon virtuous principles, and he will be like the pole-star, which remains steadfast in its place, while all the host of stars turn towards it

A good man is not mine to see. Could I see a man possessed of constancy, that would satisfy me.

The man who loves his job never works a day in his life.

Don't make to others what you don't want them to make to you.

There are cases in which the blade springs, but the plant does not go on to flower. There are cases where it flowers, but no fruit is subsequently produced.