To make an epoch in the world, two conditions are manifestly essential-a good head and a great inheritance.

There are people who pay attention to the weaknesses of their friends; that is to no avail. I have always closely watched and profited from the strengths of my adversaries.

Every offense is avenged on earth.

The child, offered the mother's breast, Will not in the beginning grab it; But soon it clings to it with zest. And thus at wisdom's copious breasts You'll drink each day with greater zest.

First let a man teach himself, and then he will be taught by others.

What is hardest of all? That which seems most simple: to see with your eyes what is before your eyes.

Magic is believing in yourself, if you can do that, you can make anything happen.