Maxims are to the intellect what laws are to actions; they do not enlighten, but they guide and direct, and, although themselves blind, are protective.

Contempt for private wrongs was one of the features of ancient morals.

We do not do well except when we know where the best is and when we are assured that we have touched it and hold its power within us.

Speech is but the incorporation of thought.

It is an aspect of all happiness to suppose that we deserve it.

Chance generally favors the prudent.

Genuine bon mots surprise those from whose lips they fall, no less than they do those who listen to them.