To abstain that we may enjoy is the epicurianism of reason.

Every artists wants to be applauded

Nothing is less in our power than the heart, and far from commanding we are forced to obey it.

It is easier to conquer than to administer. With enough leverage, a finger could overturn the world; but to support the world, one must have the shoulders of Hercules.

Take the course opposite to custom and you will almost always do well.

Beware of listening to this impostor; you are undone if you once forget that the fruits of the earth belong to us all, and the earth itself to nobody.

The general will is always right.