Do not treat others as you yourself would not be treated.

Every house guest brings you happiness. Some when they arrive, and some when they are leaving

The gentleman calls attention to the good points in others; he does not call attention to their defects. The small man does just the reverse of this.

When you see a good man, think of emulating him; when you see a bad man, examine your own heart.

If one should desire to know whether a kingdom is well governed, if its morals are good or bad, the quality of its music will furnish the answer.

Rotten wood cannot be carved.

By three methods we may learn wisdom: First, by reflection, which is noblest; Second, by imitation, which is easiest; and third by experience, which is the bitterest.