The doors of wisdom are never shut.

A perfect character might be attended with the inconvenience of being envied and hated; and that a benevolent man should allow a few faults in himself, to keep his friends in countenance.

Since they are our right, let us be vigilant to preserve them uninfringed, and free from encroachments. If animosities arise, and we should be obliged to resort to party, let each of us range himself on the side which unfurls the ensigns of public good. Faction will then vanish, which, if not timely suppressed, may overturn the balance, the palladium of liberty, and crush us under its ruins.

He's the best physician that knows the worthlessness of most medicines.

Trouble knocked at the door, but, hearing laughter, hurried away

Reckless haste makes poor speed.

Opportunity is the great bawd.