Classic Moments Daily

Those inflated with pride

Do not decry strength because of those who assault or courage because of wanton violence

Those who speak falsehoods end up injuring many

Condemn those who deceive by their speech!

To choose elements of a speech requires a vigorous and imaginative mind

To obtain a knowledge entrust yourself to those that have knowledge

Formal training makes men more resourceful

Ability is found in those endowed by nature combined with practical experience

Skill in the art of discourse

Prating affects not only the offenders but everyone else

Those who have no interest in the truth

Those who will not fight are held in greater dishonor than those who flee in battle

Cease wars for no purpose and abhor despotic rule

Ignorance: the root of all evil

To stand forth as champions of freedom

Exercise your leadership as a helper rather than a master

All men desire to be held in honor

A man can be happy only if he subjects himself to justice and wisdom

Select state advisors as you would one for your own private affairs

Giving more than the routine