To study and at times practice what one has learned, is this not a pleasure?

Of course you want to be rich and famous. It's natural. Wealth and fame are what every man desires. The question is: What are you willing to trade for it?

Not too isolated, not too many relationships, the middle, that's wisdom.

In his dealings with the world, the gentleman is not invariably for or against anything. He is on the side of what is moral.

Does Heaven ever speak? The four seasons come and go, and all creatures thrive and grow. Does Heaven ever speak!

Everything has beauty, but not everyone sees it.

Look for an occupation that you like, and you will not need to labor for a single day in your life.