Time is the one thing that is given to everyone in equal measure.
The physician cannot prescribe by letter, he must feel the pulse.
Nature does not turn out her work according to a single pattern; she prides herself upon her power of variation.
He who tenders doubtful safety to those in trouble refuses it.
Demand not that I am the equal of the greatest, only that I am better than the wicked.
Watch over yourself. Be your own accuser, then your judge; ask yourself grace sometimes, and, if there is need, impose upon yourself some pain.