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.

There is no need to show your ability before everyone.

The greatest service you can render someone else is helping him help himself.

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.

Always leave something to wish for; otherwise you will be miserable from your very happiness.

It is profound philosophy to sound the depths of feeling and distinguish traits of character. Men must be studied as deeply as books.

The envious die not once, but as oft as the envied win applause.