The Greeks adored their gods by the simple compliment of kissing their hands; and the Romans were treated as atheists if they would not perform the same act when they entered a temple. This custom, however, as a religious ceremony declined with paganism,but was continued as a salutation by inferiors to their superiors, or as a token of esteem among friends.

Protection is not a principle but an expedient

Never argue. In society nothing must be; give only results. If any person differs from you, bow, and turn the conversation.

There are amusing people who do not interest, and interesting people who do not amuse

The legacy of heroes is the memory of a great name and the inheritance of a great example.

The Greeks adored their gods by the simple compliment of kissing their hands; and the Romans were treated as atheists if they would not perform the same act when they entered a temple. This custom, however, as a religious ceremony declined with paganism,but was continued as a salutation by inferiors to their superiors, or as a token of esteem among friends.

The most powerful men are not public men: a public man is responsible, and a responsible man is a slave. It is private life that governs the world.