Adversity makes men, and prosperity makes monsters.

Adversity makes men, and prosperity makes monsters.

Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a man's character, give him power.

Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a man's character, give him power.

If you will call your troubles experiences, and remember that every experience develops some latent force within you, you will read more

If you will call your troubles experiences, and remember that every experience develops some latent force within you, you will grow vigorous and happy, however adverse your circumstances may seem to be.

Adversity makes a man wise, not rich ...

Adversity makes a man wise, not rich ...

Then know, that I have little wealth to lose.
A man I am, crossed with adversity;
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Then know, that I have little wealth to lose.
A man I am, crossed with adversity;
My riches are these poor habiliments,
Of which if you should here disfurnish me,
You take the sum and substance that I have.

diamonds shine more brightly foiled by black velvet.

diamonds shine more brightly foiled by black velvet.

Adversity is the first path to truth.

Adversity is the first path to truth.

Kites rise highest against the wind; not with it.

Kites rise highest against the wind; not with it.

. . . it is hard for thee to kick against the pricks.

. . . it is hard for thee to kick against the pricks.