Few men have the natural strength to honor a friend's success without envy.
It is always the season for the old to learn.
Death is easier than a wretched life; and better never to have born than to live and fare badly.
But from the good health of the mind comes that which is dear to all and the object of prayer-happiness.
The force of necessity is irresistible.
It is an easy thing for one whose foot is on the outside of calamity to give advice and to rebuke the sufferer.