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

Tis by no means the least of life's rules: To let things alone.

The more merit, the less affection.

Never risk your reputation on a single shot, for if you miss the loss is irreparable.

There must be something good in a thing that pleases so many; even if it cannot be explained, it is certainly enjoyed.

Hope has a good memory, gratitude a bad one.

Know what is evil, no matter how worshipped it may be. Let the man of sense not mistake it, even when clothed in brocade, or at times crowned in gold, because it cannot thereby hide its hypocrisy, for slavery does not lose its infamy, however noble the master.