The greatest fool is he who thinks he is not one and all others are.

You can cultivate taste, as you can the intellect. Full understanding whets the appetite and desire, and, later, sharpens the enjoyment of possession.

Have Friends. 'Tis a second existence.

There is no wilderness like a life without friends; friendship multiplies blessings and minimizes misfortunes; it is a unique remedy against adversity, and it soothes the soul.

Fortunate people often have very favorable beginnings and very tragic endings. What matters isn't being applauded when you arrive - for that is common - but being missed when you leave.

There is none who cannot teach somebody something, and there is none so excellent but he is excelled.

Many would be wise if they did not think themselves wise.