Men differ daily about things which are subject to sense, is it likely then they should agree about things invisible.

We constantly change the world, even by our inaction. Therefore, let us change it responsibly.

I have sometimes almost wished it had been my destiny to be born two or three centuries hence.

Be neither silly, nor cunning, but wise

Sloth makes all things difficult, but industry all things easy.

Silence - Speak not but what may benefit others or yourself; avoid trifling conversation.

Taxes on consumption, like those on capital or income, to be just, must be uniform.