Let none turn over books, or roam the stars in quest of God, who sees him not in man.

Those who speak always and those who never speak are equally unfit for friendship. A food proportion of the talent of listening and speaking is the base of social virtues.

Who gives a trifle meanly is meaner than the trifle.

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

Thinkers are as scarce as gold.

The manner of giving shows the character of the giver, more than the gift itself.

Who partakes in another's joys is a more humane character than he who partakes in his griefs.