I am frightened at seeing all the footprints directed towards thy den, and none returning.

A portion of mankind take pride in their vices and pursue their purpose; many more waver between doing what is right and complying with what is wrong.

Let us both small and great push forward in this work, in this pursuit, if to our country, if to ourselves we would live dear.

Mingle a little folly with your wisdom; a little nonsense now and then is pleasant. [Lat., Misce stultitiam consiliis brevem: Dulce est desipere in loco.

People hiss at me, but I applaud myself in my own house, and at the same time contemplate the money in my chest.

While your client is watching for you at the front door, slip out at the back.

He is praised by some, blamed by others.