A man of honour should never forget what he is because he sees what others are.
Excellence resides in quality, not in quantity. The best is always few and rare; much lowers value.
Every fool stands convinced; and everyone convinced is a fool. The faultier a person's judgement the firmer their convictions.
If you are wise, live as you can; if you cannot, live as you would.
The truest wild beasts live in the most populous places.
Evil report carries further than any applause.