I hold it to be a proof of great prudence for men toabstain from threats and insulting words toward an enemy, for neither ...diminishes the strength of the enemy; but the one makes him more cautious,and the other increases his hatred of you and makes him

Whoever does not know the truth is ignorant, but the one who knows the truth but denies is a criminal

There are three faithful friends; and old wife, an old dog and ready money.

Bring ideas in and treat them royally,for one of them may be the king.

The mostintense conflicts, if overcome, leave behind a sense of security and calmthat is not easily disturbed. It is just these intense conflicts and theirconflagration which are needed to produce valuable and lasting results.

Thedays are too short even for love; how can there be enough time for quarreling?

A gem is not polished without rubbing, nor is a man perfected without trials.

Words should be scattered like seeds, no matter how small the seed may be, its it has one found favourable ground, it unfolds its strength.

Thepessimist sees difficulty in every opportunity. The optimist sees opportunityin every difficulty.

Standingin the middle of the road is very dangerous; you get knocked down by thetraffic from both sides.

Thefire you kindle for your enemy often burns yourself more than him.

Work without faith is like at attempt to reach a bottom-less pit.