It is a rough road that leads to the heights of greatness. As is a tale, so is life: not how long it is, but how good it is, is what matters.
If thou art a man, admire those who attempt great things, even though they fail.
Fire tries gold, misery tries brave men.
All cruelty springs from weakness.
Be not dazzled by beauty, but look for those inward qualities which are lasting.
Levity of behavior is the bane of all that is good and virtuous.