The boldest stroke and best act of friendship is not to disclose our own failings to a friend, but to show him his own.
Those who occupy their minds with small matters, generally become incapable of greatness.
Jealousy is not love, but self-love.
Envy is more irreconcilable than hatred.
Men would not live in society long if they were not each others dupes.
Old people are fond of giving good advice; it consoles them for no longer being capable of setting a bad example.