I see no hope for the future of our people if they are dependent on the frivolous youth of today, for certainly all youth are reckless beyond words. When I was a boy, we were taught to be discrete and respectful of elders, but the present youth are exceedingly wise and impatient of restraint.

Whoever happens to give birth to mischievous children lives always with unending grief in his spirit and heart.

That man is best who sees the truth himself. Good too is he who listens to wise counsel. But who is neither wise himself nor willing to ponder wisdom is not worth a straw.

An evil plan does mischief to the planner.

Invite your friend to a feast, but leave your enemy alone; and especially invite the one who lives near you.

If you add a little to a little and do this often, soon the little will become great.

Even though it's hard, it's easy.