If put to the pinch, an ounce of loyalty is worth a pound of cleverness.

Down in their hearts, wise men know this truth: the only way to help yourself is to help others.

Man is Creation's masterpiece. But who says so?

The Great Man is a man who lives a long way off.

If I supply you with a thought, you may remember it and you may not. But if I can make you think a thought for yourself, I have indeed added to your stature.

The artist needs no religion beyond his work.

If pleasures are greatest in anticipation, just remember that this is also true of trouble.