In dealing with the dead, if we treat them as if they were entirely dead, that would show a want of affection and should not be done; or, if we treat them as if they were entirely alive, that would show a want of wisdom and should not be done.

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

He who knows all the answers has not been asked all the questions.

Knowing what's correct and not doing it, it's the worst cowardice.

There are three degrees of filial piety. The highest is being a credit to our parents, the second is not disgracing them; the lowest is being able simply to support them.

I have yet to meet a man as fond of high moral conduct as he is of outward appearances.

When you meet someone better than yourself, turn your thoughts to becoming his equal. When you meet someone not as good as you are, look within and examine your own self.