Where it is permissible both to die and not to die, it is an abuse of valour to die.

He who loves others is always loved by them, and he who respects others is always respected by them.

He who wishes to be benevolent will not be rich.

People are eager to comment on something when they themselves are not in the situation of doing it.

The great man does not think beforehand of his words that they may be sincere, nor of his actions that they may be resolute- he simply speaks and does what is right.

So I like life and I like righteousness; if I cannot keep the two together, I will let life go and choose righteousness.

The feeling of compassion is the beginning of humanity.