Nothing is good for a nation but that which arises from its own core and its own general wants, without apish imitation of another.

Fresh activity is the only means of overcoming adversity.

Care is taken that trees do not grow into the sky.

Don't give us your doubts, gives us your certainties, for we have doubts enough of our own.

There is nothing more frightful than for a teacher to know only what his scholars are intended to know.

Music is either sacred or secular. The sacred agrees with its dignity, and here has its greatest effect on life, an effect that remains the same through all ages and epochs. Secular music should be cheerful throughout.

We can redeem anyone who strives unceasingly.