Philosophy, while it soothes the reason, damps the ambition.
A mind once cultivated will not lie fallow for half an hour.
There is no society, however free and democratic, where wealth will not create an aristocracy.
What is human is immortal!
The great secrets of being courted are, to shun others, and seem delighted with yourself.
It is difficult to say who do you the most mischief, enemies with the worst intentions, or friends with the best.