Let the degree of egotism be the measure of confidence.

Beware of biting jests; the more truth they carry with them, the greater wounds they give, the greater smarts they cause, and the greater scars they leave behind them.

Avoid him who from mere curiosity asks three questions running about a thing that cannot interest Him.

He is incapable of a truly good action who finds not a pleasure in contemplating the good actions of others.

The great rule of moral conduct is next to God, respect time.

The public seldom forgive twice.

All belief that does not make us more happy, more free, more loving, more active, more calm, is, I fear, a mistaken and superstitious belief.