What the superior man seeks is in himself; what the small man seeks is in others.

To study and constantly, is this not a pleasure? To have friends come from far away places, is this not a joy? If people do not recognize your worth, but this does not worry you, are you not a true gentleman?

What the wise seek is in themselves

There is one single thread binding my way together...the way of the Master consists in doing one's best...that is all.

A wise man seeks by music to strengthen his soul: the thoughtless one uses it to stifle his fears.

The superior man sets his person at rest before he moves; he composes his mind before he speaks.

Ah, music, sacred tongue of God! I hear thee calling and I come.