It is not the truth that a man possesses, or believes that he possesses, but the earnest effort which he read more

It is not the truth that a man possesses, or believes that he possesses, but the earnest effort which he puts forward to reach the truth, which constitutes the worth of a man. For it is not by the possession, but the search after truth that he enlarges his power, wherein alone consists his ever-increasing perfection.

A single conversation with a wise man is worth a month's study of
books.

A single conversation with a wise man is worth a month's study of
books.

It is necessary to try to surpass one's self always; this occupation ought to last as long as life.

It is necessary to try to surpass one's self always; this occupation ought to last as long as life.

We must use time wisely and forever realize that the time is always ripe to do right.

We must use time wisely and forever realize that the time is always ripe to do right.

We must be the change we wish to see in the world.

We must be the change we wish to see in the world.

Thorough preparation makes its own luck.

Thorough preparation makes its own luck.

Chance can allow you to accomplish a goal every once in a while, but consistent achievement happens only if you read more

Chance can allow you to accomplish a goal every once in a while, but consistent achievement happens only if you love what you are doing.

Genius makes its observations in short-hand; talent writes them out at length.

Genius makes its observations in short-hand; talent writes them out at length.

Striving for excellence motivates you; striving for perfection is demoralizing.

Striving for excellence motivates you; striving for perfection is demoralizing.