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By three methods we may learn wisdom: first, by reflection which is noblest; second, by imitation, which is the easiest; read more
By three methods we may learn wisdom: first, by reflection which is noblest; second, by imitation, which is the easiest; and third, by experience, which is the bitterest.
Good friends are like stars.... You don't always see them, but you know they are always there
Good friends are like stars.... You don't always see them, but you know they are always there
If we continue to develop our technology without wisdom or prudence, our servant may prove to be our executioner.
If we continue to develop our technology without wisdom or prudence, our servant may prove to be our executioner.
O, it is excellent to have a giant's strength, but it is tyrannous to use it like a giant.
O, it is excellent to have a giant's strength, but it is tyrannous to use it like a giant.
Wise kings generally have wise counselors; and he must be a wise man himself who is capable of distinguishing one.
Wise kings generally have wise counselors; and he must be a wise man himself who is capable of distinguishing one.
The strength of a man consists in finding out the way God is going, and going that way.
The strength of a man consists in finding out the way God is going, and going that way.
Whatever does not destroy me makes me stronger.
Whatever does not destroy me makes me stronger.
For beautiful eyes, look for the good in others; for beautiful lips, speak only words of kindness; and for poise, read more
For beautiful eyes, look for the good in others; for beautiful lips, speak only words of kindness; and for poise, walk with the knowledge that you are never alone.
He whose wisdom cannot help him, gets no good from being wise.
He whose wisdom cannot help him, gets no good from being wise.