Those only are despicable who fear to be despised.

In growing old, we become more foolish - and more wise.

Narrow minds think nothing right that is above their own capacity.

Men are inconsolable concerning the treachery of their friends or the deceptions of their enemies; and yet they are often very highly satisfied to be both deceived and betrayed by their own selves.

The desire of talking of ourselves, and showing those faults we do not mind having seen, makes up a good part of our sincerity.

Quarrels would not last long if the fault was only on one side.

Old people love to give good advice; it compensates them for their inability to set a bad example.