Man is most happy, when his own actions are arguments and examples of his virtue.

In all our quest of greatness, like wanton boys, whose pastime is their care, we follow after bubbles, blown in the air.

Man may his fate foresee, but not prevent. 'Tis better to be fortunate than wise.

Vain the ambition of kings Who seek by trophies and dead things To leave a living name behind, And weave but nets to catch the wind.

Were there no heaven nor hell I should be honest.

A politician is the devil's quilted anvil; He fashions all sins on him, and the blows are never heard.

Poor maids have more lovers than husbands.