I had much rather be adorned by beauty of character than by jewels. Jewels are the gift of fortune, character comes from within.
The poor man who enters into a partnership with one who is rich makes a risky venture.
Worthy things happen to the worthy.
It is only when we have lost them that we fully appreciate our blessings.
For I know that many good things have happened to many, when least expected; and that many hopes have been disappointed.
Wisdom is not attained by years, but by ability