Whatever ignominy or disgrace we have incurred, it is almost always in our power to reestablish our reputation.

Politeness of mind consists in thinking chaste and refined thoughts.

We pardon as long as we love.

A good woman is a hidden treasure; who discovers her will do well not to boast about it.

True bravery is shown by performing without witness what one might be capable of doing before all the world.

We only confess our little faults to persuade people that we have no big ones.

Self-interest speaks all manner of tongues and plays all manner of parts, even that of disinterestedness.