Great revolutions, whatever may be their causes, are not lightly commenced, and are not concluded with precipitation.
It is more difficult to look upon victory than upon battle.
Success or failure in business is caused more by the mental attitude even than by mental capacities.
Without courage there cannot be truth, and without truth there can be no other virtue.
A sound head, an honest heart, and an humble spirit are the three best guides through time and to eternity.
If you once turn on your side after the hour at which you ought to rise, it is all over. Bolt up at once.
Caution comes too late when we are in the midst of evils.
Now, two things happen. One is, people know people, whether that's on Facebook or Twitter. They feel closer to the event. Secondly, people see other people doing something about it.
Lolita, light of my life, fire of my loins. My sin, my soul. Lo-lee-ta: the tip of the tongue taking a trip of three steps down the palate to tap, at three, on the teeth. Lo. Lee. Ta.
Glory darts her soul-pervading ray on thrones and cottages, regardless still of all the artificial nice distinctions vain human customs make.
Be mindful of the passing of time, and engage yourself in zazen as though you are saving your head from fire.