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

If we don't know life, how can we know death?

When the multitude detests a man, inquiry is necessary; when the multitude likes a man, inquiry is equally necessary.

In his dealings with the world, the gentleman is not invariably for or against anything. He is on the side of what is moral.

Those who know the TRUTH are not equal to those who love it.

Every truth has four corners: as a teacher I give you one corner, and it is for you to find the other three.

I have not seen one who loves virtue as he loves beauty.