The state of that man's mind who feels too intense an interest as to future events, must be most deplorable.

The fear of war is worse than war itself.

As for old age, embrace and love it. It abounds with pleasure if you know how to use it. The gradually declining years are among the sweetest in a man's life, and I maintain that, even when they have reached the extreme limit, they have their pleasure still.

Four things does a reckless man gain who covets his neighbor's wife - demerit, an uncomfortable bed, thirdly, punishment, and lastly, hell.

Many shed tears merely for show, and have dry eyes when no one's around to observe them.

He grieves more than is necessary who grieves before any cause for sorrow has arisen.

You cannot escape necessities, but you can overcome them.