He who does not see the whole world in his friends, does not deserve that the world should hear of him.

If we could do away with death, we wouldn't object; to do away with capital punishment will be more difficult. Were that to happen, we would reinstate it from time to time.

He who is plenteously provided for from within needs but little from without.

The best fortune that can fall to a man is that which corrects his defects and makes up for his failings.

The best slave is the one who thinks he is free.

Know'st thou yesterday, its aim and reason? Work'st thou will today for worthier things? Then calmly wait the morrow's hidden season, And fear thou not, what hap soe'er it brings

Beauty is everywhere a welcome guest.