The gentleman sees what is right while the small man sees what is profitable.
A workman who wants to do his work well must first prepare his tools.
Gentlemen should not waste their time on trivial games -- they should play go[3]
Benevolence is the characteristic element of humanity.
A blemish may be removed from a diamond by careful polishing, but evil words once spoken cannot be effaced.
The journey with a 1000 miles begins with one step.