Armed forces abroad are of little value unless there is prudent counsel at home

Religion is the pious worship of God.

Any man can make a mistake; only a fool keeps making the same one.

Advice is judged by results, not by intentions.

The more peculiarly his own a man's character is, the better it fits him.

The authority of those who teach is often an obstacle to those who want to learn.

Before beginning, prepare carefully.