There is such a thing as a general revolution which changes the taste of men as it changes the fortunes of the world.

The same strength of character which helps a man resist love, helps to make it more violent and lasting too. People of unsettled minds are always driven about with passions, but never absolutely filled with any.

We forgive just so long as we love.

If we judge love by most of its effects, it resembles rather hatred than affection.

Some people displease with merit, and others' very faults and defects are pleasing.

If we had no faults, we would not derive so much pleasure from noting those of other people.

No matter how brilliant an action, it should not be considered great unless it was the result of a great motive.