I loathe a friend whose gratitude grows old, a friend who takes his friend's prosperity but will not voyage with him in his grief

Circumstances rule men and not men rule circumstances.

If all men saw the fair and wise the same men would not have debaters' double strife.

I envy that man who passes through life safely, to the world and fame unknown.

There is safety in numbers.

Chance fights ever on the side of the prudent.

To generous souls every task is noble.