Courage stands halfway between cowardice and rashness, one of which is a lack, the other an excess of courage. 314
To make no mistakes is not in the power of man; but from their errors and mistakes the wise and good learn wisdom for the future. 556
I don’t need a friend who changes when I change and who nods when I nod; my shadow does that much better. 294
I would rather excel in the knowledge of what is excellent, than in the extent of my power and possessions. 250
