We are deceived if we think that mind and judgment are two different matters: judgment is but the extent of the light of the mind. This light penetrates to the bottom of matters; it remarks all that can be remarked, and perceives what appears imperceptible. Therefore we must agree that it is the extent of the light in the mind that produces all the effects which we attribute to judgment.

One cannot answer for his courage when he has never been in danger.

None but the contemptible are apprehensive of contempt.

Small minds are much distressed by little things. Great minds see them all but are not upset by them.

When we enlarge upon the affection our friends have for us, this is very often not so much out of a sense of gratitude as from a desire to persuade people of our own great worth, that can deserve so much kindness.

Youth is a continual intoxication; it is the fever of reason.

Reason alone is insufficient to make us enthusiastic in any matter.