A person of your century: Great persons are of their time. Not all were born into a period worthy of them, and many so born failed to benefit by it. Some merited a better century, for all that is good does not always triumph. Fashions have their periods and even the greatest virtues, their styles. But the philosopher, being ageless, has one advantage: Should this not prove the right century, many to follow will.

He that has satisfied his thirst turns his back on the well.

One who was abhorred by all in prosperity is adored by all in adversity.

Do not make mistakes about character. Better be cheated in the price than in the quality of goods.

The more merit, the less affection.

I strive to be brief, and I become obscure.

Oh life, you should never had begun, but since you did, you should never end