If thou wouldst hear what seemly is and fit, inquire of noble woman; they can tell, who in life's common usage hold their place by graceful deed and aptly chosen word.

Taste is only to be educated by contemplation, not of the tolerably good but of the truly excellent.

Nothing should be valued higher than the value of the day.

Unlike grown ups, children have little need to deceive themselves.

Always to distrust is an error, as well as always to trust.

Few are open to conviction, but the majority of men are open to persuasion

We who didn't inherit political power nor are made to acquire riches like nothing better than that which expands and solidifies the power of the spirit.