Quotations by Author

Confucius

Everything (everyone) has it's beauty but not everyone sees it.

He who will not economise will have to agonise

Men's natures are alike, it is their habits that carry them far apart.

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

If a man takes no thought about what is distant, he will find sorrow near at hand.

The cautious seldom err.

Anger is a very appropriate and necessary response to an injustice. But stand back now; the truth, clearly spoken, is always your best weapon. Calmly spoken, it can burn a hole through the hardest heart.

He who learns but does not think, is lost! He who thinks but does not learn is in great danger.

If we don't know life, how can we know death?

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.

It is not possible for one to teach others who cannot teach his own family.

Do not impose on others what you yourself do not desire.

No matter how busy you may think you are, you must find time for reading, or surrender yourself to self-chosen ignorance.

Success depends upon previous preparation, and without such preparation there is sure to be failure.

The strength of a nation derives from the integrity of the home.

What you do not want done to yourself, do not do to others.