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

Genius is fostered by industry.

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

When war is raging the laws are dumb.

An old man with something of the youth in him, may feel young in mind and heart only.

Exercise and temperance can preserve something of our early strength even in old age.

Prudence in action avails more than wisdom in conception.