Better hazard than always be in fear.

Sparrows who emulate peacocks are likely to break a thigh.

A nation reveals itself not only by the men it honours, the men it remembers.

If all those who speak would weigh their words, how light air would be!

To have a respect for ourselves guides our morals; to have a deference for others governs our manners.

Thedirect use of force is such a poor solution to any problem,it is generally employed only by small children and large nations.

No one wouldtalk much in society; if he knew how often he misunderstands others.

Self-trust is the first secret of success.

Peace cannot be kept by force. It can only be won, through understanding. Our longingfor understandingis Eternal.

Adversityis the foundation of virtue.

Thetruth is that our finest moments are most likely to occur when we are feelingdeeply uncomfortable, unhappy, or unfulfilled. For it is only in suchmoments, propelled by our discomfort, that we are likely to step out of ourruts and start searching for di

A man is but a product of his thoughts; what he thinks, that he becomes