Everything we do has a result. But that which is right and prudent does not always lead to good, nor the contrary to what is bad.

When I say to the Moment flying; 'Linger a while -- thou art so fair!' Then bind me in thy bonds undying, And my final ruin I will bear!

Until one is committed, there is hesitancy, the chance to draw back, always ineffectiveness. Concerning all acts of initiation - creation - there is one elementary truth, the ignorance of which kills countless ideas and splendid plans.

To make converts is the natural ambition of everyone.

When two men quarrel, who owns the cooler head is the more to blame.

Association with women is the basis of good manners.

Names are but noise and smoke, Obscuring heavenly light.