A war is never undertaken by the ideal state, except in defense of its honor or its safety.
We study history not to be clever in another time, but to be wise always.
In all great arts, as in trees, it is the height that charms us; we care nothing for the roots or trunks, yet it could not be without the aid of these.
A man's own manner and character is what most becomes him.
As you have sown so shall you reap.
This is our special duty, that if anyone specially needs our help, we should give him such help to the utmost of our power.