There is always more spirit in attack than in defence.
There is nothing man will not attempt when great enterprises hold out the promise of great rewards.
Luck is of little moment to the great general, for it is under the control of his intellect and his judgment.
No wickedness proceeds on any grounds of reason.
We can endure neither our vices nor their cure.
In grave difficulties, and with little hope, the boldest measures are the safest.