A man of virtue, judgment, and prudence speaks not until there is silence.
Fear not the proud and the haughty; fear rather him who fears God.
No one ever sowed the grain of generosity who gathered not up the harvest of the desire of his heart.
Whatever makes an impression on the heart seems lovely in the eye.
When a man appreciates only eating and sleeping, what excellence has he over the reptiles?
Forgiveness is commendable, but apply not ointment to the wound of an oppressor.