Moderation is an ostentatious proof of our strength of character.
In love the deceit generally outstrips the distrust.
Οur own distrust somewhat justifies the deceit of others.
Bravery in simple soldiers is a dangerous trade, to which they have bound themselves to get their livelihood.
Love, all agreeable as it is, charms more by the fashion in which it displays itself, than by its own true merit.
The desire of appearing clever often prevents our becoming so.