We have an intuitive sense of our duty.
Falsehood flies, and truth comes limping after it, so that when men come to be undeceived, it is too late; the jest is over, and the tale hath had its effect.
The bulk of mankind is as well equipped for flying as thinking.
Life is a tragedy wherein we sit as spectators for a while and then act our part in it.
A pleasant companion is as good as a coach.
There is no quality so contrary to any nature which one cannot affect, and put on upon occasion, in order to serve an interest.