Sometimes in life situations develop that only the half-crazy can get out of.

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

The height of ability in the least able consists in knowing how to submit to the good leadership of others.

However glorious an action in itself, it ought not to pass for great if it be not the effect of wisdom and intention.

When our hatred is violent, it sinks us even beneath those we hate.

Vanity, shame, and above all disposition, often make men brave and women chaste.

Most men, like plants, possess hidden qualities which chance discovers.