In society every man is taken for what he gives himself out to be; but he must give himself out to be something. Better to be slightly disagreeable than altogether insignificant.

A stated truth loses its grace, but a repeated error appears insipid and ridiculous.

Wine rejoices the heart of man and joy is the mother of all virtues.

Hypotheses are lullabies for teachers to sing their students to sleep.

It is one of Heaven's best gifts to hold such a dear creature in one's arms.

Your messages I hear, but faith has not been given; The dearest child of Faith is Miracle.

No prudent antagonist thinks light of his adversaries.