It is a common fault never to be satisfied with our fortune, nor dissatisfied with our understanding.

We pardon to the extent that we love.

He is a truly virtuous man who wishes always to be open to the observation of honest men.

Ridicule dishonors a man more than dishonor does.

The applause we give those who are new to society often proceeds from a secret envying of those already established.

One man may be more cunning than another, but no one can be more cunning than all the world.

The most brilliant fortunes are often not worth the littleness required to gain them.