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

Learn as though you would never be able to master it; hold it as though you would be in fear of losing it.

If I am walking with two other men, each of them will serve as my teacher. I will pick out the good points of the one and imitate them, and the bad points of the other and correct them in myself.

There are cases in which the blade springs, but the plant does not go on to flower. There are cases where it flowers, but no fruit is subsequently produced.

Transport a handful of earth everyday and you will make a mountain.

Recompense injury with justice, and recompense kindness with kindness.

A gentleman can withstand hardships; it is only the small man who, when submitted to them, is swept off his feet.