Much of your pain is the bitter potion by which the physician within you heals your sick self.

When you have grasped a problem clearly, face it with resolution, for that is the way of the strong.

It was in my heart to help a little because I was helped much.

A truly religious man does not embrace a religion; and he who embraces one has no religion.

You progress not through what has been done, but reaching towards what has yet to be done.

Hearts united in pain and sorrow will not be separated by joy and happiness. Bonds that are woven in sadness are stronger than the ties of joy and pleasure. Love that is washed by tears will remain eternally pure and faithful.

In truth you owe naught to any man. You owe to all men.