Modesty is the clothing of talent.

The art of writing is the art of restraint.

Boredom is a vital problem for the moralist, since atleast half the sins of mankind are caused by the fear of it.

Power is the faculty or capacity to act, the strength andpotency to accomplish something. It is the vital energy to make choices anddecisions. It also includes the capacity to overcome deeply embedded habitsand to cultivate higher, more effective ones.

Every man is entitled to be valued by his best moment

Zeal is fit only for wise men but is found mostly infools.

When people prophesy, they generally makes the mistake of transforming the past to future.

How should the lamb negotiate with the lion.

It is atrick among the dishonest to offer sacrifices that are not needed,or not possible, to avoid making those that are required.

Opportunity may be hard to recognize if you are only looking for a lucky break.

Thehardest step is over the threshold.

You're ina much better position to talk with people when they approach you than whenyou approach them.