An honest Man will receive neither Money nor Praise that is not his due.

I think with you, that nothing is of more importance for the public weal, than to form and train up youth in wisdom and virtue. Wise and good men are in my opinion, the strength of the state; more so than riches or arms.

What signifies knowing the Names, if you know not the Natures of things.

Poverty often deprives a man of all spirit and virtue; it is hard for an empty bag to stand upright.

If you wou'd be reveng'd of your enemy, govern your self

A life of leisure and a life of laziness are two things. There will be sleeping enough in the grave.

God helps them that help themselves.