My words are my thesis, my actions are my dissertation, and my life is my philosophy.

Esteem intelligence, cherish knowledge, and value understanding, but trust wisdom.

Knowledge is the eldest daughter of wisdom.

Light only benefits one whose eyes are open.

Be humble as you learn, confident as you teach, and modest when you have mastered both.

Intelligence tells you where to look; wisdom tells you what to see.

Hunger is a lesser evil than ignorance.

I am fortitude,” said faith.“I am contentment,” said peace.“I am delight,” said joy.“I am goodness,” said virtue.“I am God,” said love.“I am truth,” said knowledge.“I am sight,” said understanding.“I am perception,” said intelligence.“I am prudence,” said wisdom.“I am awareness,” said enlightenment. “I am success,” said excellence.“I am mastery,” said discipline.“I am persistence,” said focus.“I am influence,” said action.“I am character,” said destiny.

Teach the ignorant. Study the wise. Avoid the foolish. Embrace the enlightened.Conquer your vices. Exploit your virtues. Release your vices. Embrace your higher self.