Our destiny is frequently met in the very paths we take to avoid it.
One should stick to the sort of thing for which one was made; I tried to be an herbalist, Whereas I should keep to the butchers trade.
Nothing is as dangerous as an ignorant friend; a wise enemy is to be preferred.
O love, when thou gettest dominion over us, we may bid good-by to prudence.
One should oblige everyone to the extent of one's ability. One often needs someone smaller than oneself.
The finest victory is to conquer one's own heart.