Zheng He

Military Admiral Chinese 1371 – 1433

Chinese admiral; led treasure voyages; explored Indian Ocean and Africa.

378 quotes

"The path to greatness is paved with small acts of integrity."
"A map shows where others have been; wisdom shows where you should go."
Wisdom
"In the face of adversity, character is revealed."
Courage
"The horizon is endless for those with vision."
Imagination
"What we build in peace lasts longer than what we conquer in war."
Peace
"Every person carries within them a universe of untapped potential."
Inspiration
"The greatest exploration is the exploration of oneself."
Life
"Purpose is the wind that fills the sails."
Motivation
"A wise man learns from the mistakes of others; a fool only from his own."
Wisdom
"The bonds between men are stronger than the walls between nations."
"Success is not the destination, but the quality of the journey."
Success
"Respect is earned through consistent action, not words."
"The future belongs to those brave enough to chart new courses."
Courage
"In diversity lies the strength of any great undertaking."
"A single candle can illuminate the darkest night."
Hope
"Time is the greatest teacher for those willing to listen."
Time
"The heart of leadership is service to others."
Leadership
"Excellence is not an act, but a habit."
Perseverance
"To live fully is to embrace both calm waters and storms."
Life
"The true wealth of a nation is its people and their character."
"A dream without action is merely a wish; action without dreams is merely labor."
Dreams
"The greatest power is the power to inspire others."
Power
"Patience is not weakness; it is strength under control."
Patience
"Every encounter with another culture is a gift to understanding."
Knowledge
"The ocean connects all lands; so too should wisdom connect all minds."
Philosophy
"Fear grows in darkness; bring it to the light and it shrinks."
Courage
"To achieve the impossible, first believe it is possible."
"The strongest fortress is built on the foundation of trust."
"Life is not about the number of breaths you take, but the moments that take your breath away."
Life
"A leader who cannot listen is merely a tyrant with a throne."
Leadership