As in the case of making a mound, if, before the very last basketful, I stop, then I shall have stopped. As in the case of leveling the ground, if, though tipping only one basketful, I am going forward, then I shall be making progress.

Those who cannot forgive others break the bridge over which they themselves must pass.

When young, beware of fighting; when strong, beware of sex; and when old, beware of possession.

Virtue is more to man than either water or fire. I have seen men die from treading on water and fire, but I have never seen a man die from treading the course of virtue.

Teachers open the door ... you enter by yourself.

For benefits return benefits; for injuries return justice without any admixture of revenge.

Listen widely to remove your doubts and be careful when speaking about the rest and your mistakes will be few.