Who expects to be able to go out of a house except by the door? How is it then that no one follows this Way of ours?
The strongest memory is not as strong as the weakest ink.
When the multitude detests a man, inquiry is necessary; when the multitude likes a man, inquiry is equally necessary.
He who flatters a man is his enemy. he who tells him of his faults is his maker.
To know what is the right thing to do and not do it is the greatest cowardice.
Who keeps the old akindle and adds new knowledge is fitted to be a teacher.