Virtuosi have been long remarked to have little conscience in their favorite pursuits. A man will steal a rarity who would cut off his hand rather than take the money it is worth. Yet, in fact, the crime is the same.

A greater liar than the Parthians.

Do you count your birthdays with gratitude?

Had the crow only fed without cawing she would have had more to eat, and much less of strife and envy to contend with. [To noise abroad our success is to invite envy and competition.]

What is wealth to me if I cannot enjoy it?

Virtue lies half way between two opposite vices.

I want to live, and die with you.