He who bridles the fury of the billows knows also to put a stop to the secret plans of the wicked. Submitting with respect to His holy will, I fear God, and have no other fear.

The face of tyranny Is always mild at first.

Extreme justice is often injustice.

Sir, that much prudence calls for too much worry; I cannot foresee misfortunes so far away.

To repair the irreparable ravages of time.

You who love wild passions, flee the holy austerity of my pleasures. All here breathes of God, peace and truth.

Can a faith that does nothing be called sincere?