Man is an emotional animal, occasionally rational; and through his feelings he can be deceived to his heart's content.

If you wish to be loved, be modest; if you wish to be admired, be proud; if you wish both, combine external modesty with internal pride.

It came to me that reform should begin at home, and since that day I have not had time to remake the world.

Who will dare to write a history of human goodness?

To speak ill of others is a dishonest way of praising ourselves; let us be above such transparent egotism. If you can't say good and encouraging things, say nothing. Nothing is often a good thing to do, and always a clever thing to say.

The fear of capitalism has compelled socialism to widen freedom, and the fear of socialism has compelled capitalism to increase equality. East is West and West is East, and soon the twain will meet.

The health of nations is more important than the wealth of nations.