In the absence of willpower the most complete collection of virtues and talents is wholly worthless.
Sentiment: NEGATIVE
Regarding life, the wisest men of all ages have judged alike: it is worthless.
There must be some one quality without which a work of art cannot exist; possessing which, in the least degree, no work is altogether worthless.
Industry, economy, honesty, and kindness form a quartet of virtues that will never be improved upon.
There is no such thing as a great talent without great will power.
Great necessities call out great virtues.
Humility is the solid foundation of all virtues.
Innocence in genius, and candor in power, are both noble qualities.
Ability without honor is useless.
Examples would indeed be excellent things were not people so modest that none will set, and so vain that none will follow them.
The essence of greatness is neglect of the self.