There are reproaches which praise, and praises which defame.

A woman is faithful to her first lover for a long time - unless she happens to take a second.

The intellect of the generality of women serves more to fortify their folly than their reason.

The principal point of cleverness is to know how to value things just as they deserve.

Moderation is like sobriety: you would like to have some more, but are afraid of making yourself ill.

Sobriety is concern for one's health - or limited capacity.

Fortune makes our virtues and vices visible, just as light does the objects of sight.