It is goodness that gives to a neighborhood its beauty. One who is free to choose, yet does not prefer to dwell among the good - how can he be accorded the name of wise?

The parents age must be remembered, both for joy and anxiety.

Riches and honor are what everyone desires, but if they can be gained only by doing evil, they must not be held. Don't worry about not being in office, worry about qualifying yourself for office. Don't worry that no one knows you, but seek to be worthy of being known.

The main object of conciliation lies in reaching a solution to a case based upon morals and with a warm heart.

Men do not stumble over mountains, but over mole hills.

He who is really good can never be unhappy. He who is really wise can never be perplexed. He who is really brave is never afraid.

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.