There is not a more unhappy being than a superannuated idol.

A contented mind is the greatest blessing a man can enjoy in this world; and if in the present life his happiness arises from the subduing of his desires, it will arise in the next from the gratification of them.

Mere bashfulness without merit is awkwardness.

It is observed by Cicero, that men of the greatest and most shining parts are most actuated by ambition.

Is it not wonderful, that the love of the parent should be so violent while it lasts and that it should last no longer than is necessary for the preservation of the young?

Life is not long enough for a coquette to play all her tricks in.

Antidotes are what you take to prevent dotes.