It is some fundamental certainty which a noble soul has about itself, something which is not to be sought, is not to be found, and perhaps, also, is not to be lost. The noble soul has reverence for itself.

A real fox calls sour not only those grapes that he cannot reach but also those that he has reached and taken away from others.

Idleness is the parent of psychology.

To have and to want more that is life.

I'm not upset that you lied to me, I'm upset that from now on I can't believe you.

Do you suppose that sacrifice is the hallmark of moral action?--Just stop to consider whether sacrifice is not involved in every action that is done with deliberation, the worst as well as the best.

To be the equal of one's opponent-this is the first condition of an honourable duel.