Look at the means which a man employs, consider his motives, observe his pleasures. A man simply cannot conceal himself!

If the search for riches were sure to be successful, though I should become a groom with a whip in my hand to get them, I will do so. As the search may not be successful, I will follow after that which I love.

By nature, men are nearly alike; by practice, they get to be wide apart.

You must find time for reading, or surrender yourself to self-chosen ignorance.

The commander of the forces of a large State may be carried off, but the will of even a common man cannot be taken from him.

The more man meditates upon good thoughts, the better will be his world and the world at large.

Be loyal to yourself, charitable to neighbours, nothing more.