It is a great pleasure to transport one's-self into the spirit of the times; to see how a wise man has thought before us, and to what a glorious height we have at last carried it.

To act is easy, to think is hard; to act according to our thought is troublesome.

A resolution that is communicated is no longer within thy power; thy attentions become now the plaything of chance; he who would have his commands certainly carried out must take man by surprise.

We always hope, and in all things it is better to hope than to despair.

True love is love that stays constant for ever, whatever it's fortune; whether requited or scored, filled or sent empty away.

The world sees only the reflection of merit; therefore when you come to know a really great man intimately, you may as often find him above as below his reputation.

On all the peaks lies peace.