The wildest colts make the best horses.

I don't need a friend who changes when I change and who nods when I nod; my shadow does that much better.

The omission of good is no less reprehensible than the commission of evil.

It is part of a good man to do great and noble deeds, though he risk everything.

Those who aim at great deeds must also suffer greatly.

Do not speak of your happiness to one less fortunate than yourself.