Once she has committed sin, there is nothing left for the Protestant woman, whereas the Catholic Church, hope of forgiveness makes a woman sublime.
The greatest joy a petty soul can taste is to dupe a great soul and catch it in a snare.
No man should marry until he has studied anatomy and dissected at least one woman.
As a rule, only the poor are generous.
In diving to the bottom of pleasure we bring up more gravel than pearls.
Gentleness in the gait is what simplicity is in the dress. Violent gestures or quick movements inspire involuntary disrespect.