He who laughs at everything is as big a fool as he who weeps at everything.

The great art of giving consists in this the gift should cost very little and yet be greatly coveted, so that it may be the more highly appreciated.

Rate the intensive above the extensive. The perfect does not lie in quantity, but in quality.

Be known for pleasing others, especially if you govern them. Ruling other has one advantage: you can do more good than anyone else.

Those who insist on the dignity of their office show they have not deserved it.

Friendship multiplies the good of life and divides the evil.

Friendship multiplies blessings and...soothes the soul.