People must be patient with one another, putting others’ needs before their own, thinking of the good of others rather than what they themselves desire. It is through the sacrifice of individuals that there can be such a thing as concerted effort.
The building of a nation means the building of character. For without character, the utterly selfless dedication, which is a pre-requisite for national success, will never manifest itself. Without reforming individuals, the reform of a nation will remain the stuff of dreams – illusory and without substance.
Those who possess high moral principles do not deviate from the path of justice, even when it concerns their opponent or enemy.
A ship which sails straight at a rock or an iceberg is doomed to disaster. It is the ship which veers temporarily off its course to avoid the reefs which will eventually sail safely into harbor. Similarly man needs to steer away from the problems of life to reach one’s destination.
