Stephen Girard

"To overcome fear, one must first befriend it."

"In the commerce of souls, integrity is the only legal tender."

"The strength of an empire is measured by the welfare of its weakest."

"A man of principle is a man of power."

"The pursuit of knowledge is the pursuit of immortality."

"In patience lies the power to move mountains."

"A generous heart knows no bankruptcy."

"The world belongs to those with the courage to claim it ethically."

"Fortune is the reward of the diligent and the punishment of the lazy."

"In every obstacle lies the seed of opportunity."

"The man who masters himself masters the world."

"A life without purpose is like a ship without a rudder."

"To forgive is to free yourself from the chains of the past."

"The greatest riches are measured in relationships, not currency."

"In solitude, the mind becomes clear; in clarity, the path becomes visible."

"A single thread of honor holds more weight than a rope of compromise."

"The true test of character is how one treats those who can do nothing for him."

"In the garden of life, weeds grow without encouragement."

"A man's legacy is written in the lives he has touched."

"The pursuit of excellence requires the sacrifice of comfort."

"In wisdom lies freedom; in ignorance, slavery."

"A nation's wealth is its citizens' wisdom."

"The cost of integrity is high; the cost of losing it is infinite."

"In every challenge lies the opportunity for greatness."

"A generous spirit attracts blessings like flowers attract bees."

"The man who never fails never truly attempts."

"To lead is to serve those you lead."

"In the silence of reflection, wisdom whispers."

"A life of ease begets a life of regret."

"The greatest investment is in oneself."