Whatever ignominy or disgrace we have incurred, it is almost always in our power to reestablish our reputation.
Weak people cannot be sincere.
The praise we give to new comers into the world arises from the envy we bear to those who are established.
True friendship destroys envy, and true love destroys coquetterie.
It requires greater virtues to support good fortune than bad.
The fame of great men ought to be judged always by their big, fancy names.