Bythree methods we may learn wisdom: first, by reflection, which is noblest;second, imitation, which is easiest; and third by experience, which is thebitterest.

The good rain like a bad preacher, does not know when to leave off.

To start blindly with a statement is a sign of arrogance and narrow-mindedness,and will lead to conflict. To start blindly with a question is a sign ofuncertainty and honesty, and will lead to wisdom.

Modesty is the clothing of talent.

He who gainsa victory over other men is strong; but he who gains a victory over himselfis all powerful.

He that is unkind to his own will not be kind to others.

When makinga decision of minor importance, I have always found it advantageous toconsider all the pros and cons. In vital matters, however, such as the choiceof a mate or a profession, the decision should come from the unconscious,from somewhere within ou

Necessity truns lion into fox.

Welearn little from victory, much from defeat.

A state with defective laws will have defective morals.

Unlessa man has trained himself for his chance, the chance will only make him lookridiculous.

History is the witness of the times, the light of truth.