We can most safely achieve truly universal tolerance when we respect that which is characteristic in the individual and in nations, clinging, though, to the conviction that the truly meritorious is unique by belonging to all of mankind.

Men show their character in nothing more clearly than what they think laughable.

Everything that we encounter leaves traces behind. Everything contributes imperceptibly to our education

The formation of one's character ought to be everyone's chief aim.

In the realm of ideas everything depends on enthusiasm... in the real world all rests on perseverance.

Common sense is the genius of humanity.

Correction does much, but encouragement does more. Encouragement after censure is as the sun after a shower.