Were we faultless, we would not derive such satisfaction from remarking the faults of others.

We are inconsolable at being deceived by our enemies and being betrayed by our friends, yet we are often content in be being treated like that by our own selves.

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

We have more indolence in the mind than in the body.

We are very far from always knowing our own wishes.

It takes more strength of character to withstand good fortune than bad.

Innocence does not find near so much protection as guilt.