Physical evils destroy themselves, or they destroy us.

Whoever blushes confesses guilt, true innocence never feels shame.

I long remained a child, and I am still one in many respects.

Force does not constitute right... obedience is due only to legitimate powers.

Absolute silence leads to sadness. It is the image of death.

We have to have powder for our wigs; that is why so many poor people have no bread.

He who blushes is already guilty.