This is the way to cultivate courage: First, by standing firm on some conscientious principle, some law of duty. Next, by being faithful to truth and right on small occasions and common events. Third, by trusting in God for help and power.

Even where there is talent, culture, knowledge, if there is not earnestness, it does not go to the root of things.

A politician thinks of the next election. A statesman, of the next generation.

Seek to do good, and you will find that happiness will run after you.

Unmixed praise is not due to any one. It leaves behind a sense of unreality. We can only do justice to a great man by a discriminating criticism. Hero-worship, which paints a faultless monster, whom the world never saw, is like those modern pictures which are a blaze of light without any shadow.

I can do small things in a great way.

Conscience in the soul is the root of all true courage. If a man would be brave, let him learn to obey his conscience.