Nothing profits more than self-esteem, grounded on what is just and right.

Her virtue and the conscience of her worth, That would be woo'd, and not unsought be won.

Did I request thee, Maker, from my clay To mould me man? Did I solicit thee From darkness to promote me?

The superior man acquaints himself with many sayings of antiquity and many deeds of the past, in order to strengthen his character thereby.

Boast not of what thou would'st have done, but do.

With a smile that glow'd Celestial rosy red, love's proper hue.

Contemplation is wisdom's best nurse.