As far as the earth is from the stars, and fire from the sea, so is the useful from the right. Power over men perishes completely if justice begins to be observed, and respect for individual rights overcomes strongholds.

How blind men are to Heaven's gifts!

As far as the stars are from the earth, and as different as fire is from water, so much do self-interest and integrity differ.

As far as the earth is from the stars, and fire from the sea, so is the useful from the right. Power over men perishes completely if justice begins to be observed, and respect for individual rights overcomes strongholds.

No man is ever innocent when his opponent is the judge.

Delay is ever fatal to those who are prepared.

By boldness great fears are cancealed.