Narrowness of mind is often the cause of obstinacy; we do not easily believe beyond what we see.

It is not always from valor or from chastity that men are brave, and women chaste.

That good disposition which boasts of being most tender is often stifled by the least urging of self-interest.

Οur own distrust somewhat justifies the deceit of others.

The old begin to complain of the conduct of the young when they themselves are no longer able to set a bad example.

Youth changes its tastes by the warmth of its blood; age retains its tastes by habit.

Were we not proud ourselves, we should not complain of the pride of others.