One man's word is no man's word; we should quietly hear both sides.

One would give generous alms if one had the eyes to see the beauty of a cupped receiving hand.

Beauty and Genius must be kept afar if one would avoid becoming their slave.

Unlimited activity, of whatever kind, must end in bankruptcy.

How can you come to know yourself? Never by thinking, always by doing. Try to do your duty, and you'll know right away what you amount to.

Chess is the touchstone of intellect.

A great deal may be done by severity, more by love, but most by clear discernment and impartial justice.