We hate some persons because we do not know them; and will not know them because we hate them.

The drafts which true genius draws upon posterity, although they may not always be honored so soon as they are due, are sure to be paid with compound interest in the end.

Emulation looks out for merits, that she may exalt herself by a victory; envy spies out blemishes that she may lower another by defeat.

When certain persons abuse us, let us ask ourselves what description of characters it is that they admire; we shall often find this a very consolatory question.

There are two modes of establishing our reputation; to be praised by honest men, and to be abused by rogues.

Friendship often ends in love, but love in friendship - never.

Tyrants have not yet discovered any chains that can fetter the mind.