The worst thing about getting old is evil men cease to fear you

A benefit consists not in what is done or given, but in the intention of the giver or doer.

In the meantime, cling tooth and nail to the following rule: not to give in to adversity, not to trust prosperity, and always take full note of fortune's habit of behaving just as she pleases.

If you wish to be loved, love.

He who has made a fair compact with poverty is rich.

That day which you fear as being the end of all things is the birthday of your eternity.

Principles are like seeds; they are little things which do much good, if the mind that receives them has the right attitudes.