...perhaps there is some element of good even in the simple act of living, so long as the evils of existence do not preponderate too heavily.

The physician heals, Nature makes well.

Between husband and wife friendship seems to exist by nature, for man is naturally disposed to pairing.

Bring your desires down to your present means. Increase them only when your increased means permit.

Patience s bitter, but it's fruit is sweet.

He who cannot be a good follower cannot be a good leader.

Fate of empires depends on the education of youth