If everyone sweeps before his own front door, then the street is clean.

The little that is completed, vanishes from the sight of one who looks forward to what is still to do.

Every day we should hear at least one little song, read one good poem, see one exquisite picture, and, if possible, speak a few sensible words.

The man who occupies the first place seldom plays the principal part.

The world is full of contradiction.

What people call the spirit of the times is mostly their own spirit in which the times mirror themselves.

The best benefit we derive from history is the enthusiasm it excites.