Desire to have things done quickly prevents their being done thoroughly.
Past scholars studied to improve themselves; Today's scholars study to impress others.
The more man meditates upon good thoughts, the better will be his world and the world at large.
It was by music that the ancient kings gave elegant expression to their joy. By their armies and axes they gave the same to their anger.
Respect the gods and the devils but keep them at a distance
A great man is hard on himself; a small man is hard on others.