If fortune wishes to make a man estimable, she gives him virtues; if she wishes to make him esteemed, she gives him success.
Genius begins great works; labor alone finishes them.
Our worries always come from our weaknesses.
The simple-hearted and sincere never do more than half deceive themselves.
We should make ourselves loved, for men are only just towards those whom they love.
Education should be gentle and stern, not cold and lax.