The expectations of life depend upon diligence; the mechanic that would perfect his work must first sharpen his tools.

When you see a good man, try to emulate his example, and when you see a bad man, search yourself for his faults.

Clever talk and domineering manner have little to with being a Man at His Best.

Friendship with the upright, with the truthful and with the well informed is beneficial. Friendship with those who flatter, with those who are meek and who compromise with principles, and with those who talk cleverly is harmful.

Love of goodness without love of learning degenerates into simple-mindedness. Love of knowledge without love of learning degenerates into utter lack of principle. Love of faithfulness without love of learning degenerates into injurious disregard of consequences. Love of uprightness without love of learning degenerates into harshness. Love of courage without love of learning degenerates into insubordination. Love of strong character without love of learning degenerates into mere recklessness.

Don't use cannon to kill musquito.

Success depends upon previous preparation, and without such preparation there is sure to be failure.