There is in man's nature a secret inclination and motion towards love of others, which, if it be not spent upon some one or a few, doth naturally spread itself towards many, and maketh men become humane and charitable, as it is seen sometimes in friars. Nuptial love maketh mankind, friendly love perfecteth it, but wanton love corrupteth and embaseth it.
Francis BaconA sudden bold and unexpected question doth many times surprise a man and lay him open.
Francis BaconLove and envy make a man pine, which other affections do not, because they are not so continual.
Francis Bacon