The higher type of man clings to virtue, the lower type of man clings to material comfort. The higher type of man cherishes justice, the lower type of man cherishes the hope of favors to be received.

If a superior man abandon virtue, how can he fulfil the requirements of that name?

Wisdom is rooted in watching with affection the way people grow.

Don't worry about being acknowledged by others; worry about failing to acknowledge them.

If you want happiness for a year, inherit a fortune. If you want happiness for a lifetime, help someone else.

To be poor without murmuring is difficult. To be rich without being proud is easy.

True goodness springs from a man's own heart. All men are born good.