Some reproaches praise; some praises reproach.

We think very few people sensible, except those who are of our opinion.

We should manage our fortune as we do our health - enjoy it when good, be patient when it is bad, and never apply violent remedies except in an extreme necessity

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

Jealousy is in a manner just and reasonable, as it tends to preserve a good which belongs, or which we believe belongs to us, on the other hand envy is a fury which cannot endure the happiness of others.

Good taste comes more from the judgment than from the mind.

Reconciliation with our enemies is simply a desire to better our condition, a weariness of war, or the fear of some unlucky thing from occurring.