The mind sins, not the body; if there is no intention, there is no blame.

Rome has grown since its humble beginnings that it is now overwhelmed by its own greatness.

The populace is like the sea motionless in itself, but stirred by every wind, even the lightest breeze.

Men are slower to recognize blessings than evils.

A fraudulent intent, however carefully concealed at the outset, will generally, in the end, betray itself.

Adversity makes men remember God.

There is always more spirit in attack than in defence.

Shared danger is the strongest of bonds; it will keep men united in spite of mutual dislike and suspicion.

The old Romans all wished to have a king over them because they had not yet tasted the sweetness of freedom.

There is nothing worse than being ashamed of parsimony or poverty.

Great contests generally excite great animosities.

I think I love you, Bennett. Probably not relevant at the moment so no need to say thanks.

I have poured my heart out ….And now I am empty.

You can’t move up in the staircase of leadership unless you are emotionally intelligent.

Being a good example is the best form of service.

Family and moral values are so central to everything that I am.

Beauty doesn't need ornaments. Softness can't bear the weight of ornaments.

Spirituality is natural goodness. God is not a person; God is a presence personified in us. Spirituality is not a thing; it is the atmosphere of God's Presence, goodness, truth, and beauty.

I was taught in my religious upbringing to spell God with a dash, G-d. But now my dash is pink.

The soul is restored through union with God.

Do good with what thou hast, or it will do thee no good.