It is true that we shall not be able to reach perfection, but in our struggle toward it we shall strengthen our characters and give stability to our ideas, so that, whilst ever advancing calmly in the same direction, we shall be rendered capable of applying the faculties with which we have been gifted to the best possible account.

If there were one word that could act as a standard of conduct for one's entire life, perhaps it would be 'thoughtfulness.

Heaven means to be one with God.

Let a ruler base his government upon virtuous principles, and he will be like the pole-star, which remains steadfast in its place, while all the host of stars turn towards it

The man who in view of gain thinks of righteousness; who in the view of danger is prepared to give up his life; and who does not forget an old agreement however far back it extends - such a man may be reckoned a complete man.

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.

Straight-forwardness, without the rules of propriety, becomes rudeness.