In all times it is only individuals that have advanced science, not the age.

The most fortunate of men, Be he a king or commoner, is he Whose welfare is assured in his own home.

Correction does much, but encouragement does more.

Whoever strenuously endeavors, him we can rescue.

One doesn't always lose when one has to do without.

We love a girl for very different qualities than understanding. We love her for her beauty, her youth, her mirth, her confidingness, her character, with its faults, caprices and God knows what other inexpressible charms; but we do not love her understanding.

Chess is the touchstone of intellect.