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One does nothing who tries to console a despondent person with word. A friend is one who aids with deeds at a critical time when deeds are called for. ”
Whoso neglects learning in his youth, loses the past and is dead for the future. ”
No one is truly free, they are a slave to wealth, fortune, the law, or other people restraining them from acting according to their will. ”
Wealth stays with us a little moment if at all: only our characters are steadfast, not our gold. ”
Nothing has more strength than dire necessity. ”
In misfortune, which friend remains a friend? ”
Ignorance of one's misfortunes is clear gain. ”
The bold are helpless without cleverness. ”
Events will take their course, it is no good of being angry at them; he is happiest who wisely turns them to the best account. ”
Danger gleams like sunshine to a brave man's eyes. ”