There are three methods to gaining wisdom. The first is reflection, which is the highest. The second is limitation, which is the easiest. The third is experience, which is the bitterest.

Wisdom, compassion, and courage are the three universally recognized moral qualities of men.

By three methods we may learn wisdom: First, by reflection, which is noblest; Second, by imitation, which is easiest; and third by experience, which is the bitterest.

Boldness, without the rules of propriety, becomes insubordination.

Silence is the true friend that never betrays.

To put the world in order, we must first put the nation in order; to put the nation in order, we must put the family in order; to put the family in order, we must cultivate our personal life; and to cultivate our personal life, we must first set our hearts right.

Only the wisest and the stupidest of men never change.

They must change who would be constant in happiness and wisdom.

To be fond of learning is near to wisdom; to practice with vigor is near to benevolence; and to be conscious of shame is near to fortitude. He who knows these three things

When we see men of a contrary character, we should turn inwards and examine ourselves.