I had rather excel others in the knowledge of what is excellent, than in the extent of my power and dominion.Alexander the Great
I would rather excel others in the knowledge of what is excellent than in the extent of my powers and dominion.Alexander the Great
I do not believe in a fate that falls on men however they act; but I do believe in a fate that falls on them unless they act.Gautama Buddha
The wise ones fashioned speech with their thought, sifting it as grain is sifted through a sieve.Gautama Buddha
What is the appropriate behavior for a man or a woman in the midst of this world, where each person is clinging to his piece of debris? What's the proper salutation between people as they pass each other in this flood?Gautama Buddha
When one has the feeling of dislike for evil, when one feels tranquil, one finds pleasure in listening to good teachings; when one has these feelings and appreciates them, one is free of fear.Gautama Buddha
Unity can only be manifested by the Binary. Unity itself and the idea of Unity are already two.Gautama Buddha
Just as treasures are uncovered from the earth, so virtue appears from good deeds, and wisdom appears from a pure and peaceful mind. To walk safely through the maze of human life, one needs the light of wisdom and the guidance of virtue. Gautama Buddha
Without health life is not life; it is only a state of langour and suffering - an image of death.Gautama Buddha
The virtues, like the Muses, are always seen in groups. A good principle was never found solitary in any breast.Gautama Buddha