The only gain from the friendship of the great is a fine dinner.

Examples of vicious courses practiced in a domestic circle corrupt more readily and more deeply when we behold them in persons in authority.

Many commit the same crime with a very different result. One bears a cross for his crime; another a crown.

There's no effrontery like that of a woman caught in the act; her very guilt inspires her with wrath and insolence.

Never does nature say one thing and wisdom another.

Give up all hope of peace so long as your mother-in-law is alive.

No other protection is wanting, provided you are under the guidance of prudence.