One of the ill effects of cruelty is that it makes the bystanders cruel

One of the ill effects of cruelty is that it makes the bystanders cruel.

Laziness grows on people; it begins in cobwebs and ends in iron chains

With ordinary talent and extraordinary perseverance, all things are attainable

The world abhors closeness, and all but admires extravagance; yet a slack hand shows weakness, and a tight hand strength.

With ordinary talents and extraordinary perseverance, all things are attainable.