Oblivion is the rule and fame the exception, of humanity.
In general, indulgence for those we know is rarer than pity for those we know not.
The absolute ruler may be a Nero, but he is sometimes a Titus or Marc Aurelius; the people is often Nero, but never Marc Aurelius.
Extremes produce reaction. Beware that our boasted civilization does not lapse into barbarism.
The cunning tempter, by avoiding the grossness of vice, often silences objections.
Cats don't caress us-they caress themselves on us.