We pardon as long as we love.

Simplicity is a delicate imposition.

A man often thinks he rules himself, when all the while he is ruled and managed; and while his understanding directs one design, his affections imperceptibly draw him into another.

We all have enough strength to endure the misfortunes of others.

We would rather see those to whom we do good, than those who do good to us.

Bodily labor alleviates the pains of the mind and from this arises the happiness of the poor

There are fine things that are more brilliant when they are unfinished than when finished too much.