It is sometimes necessary to play the fool to avoid being deceived by cunning men.

In growing old, we become more foolish - and more wise.

Decency is the least of all laws, but yet it is the law which is most strictly observed.

Old people are fond of giving good advice; it consoles them for no longer being capable of setting a bad example.

We often are consoled by our want of reason for misfortunes that reason could not have comforted.

Our actions are like the terminations of verses, which we rhyme as we please.

Some weak people are so sensible of their weakness as to be able to make a good use of it.