A friend who is far away is sometimes much nearer than one who is at hand. Is not the mountain far more awe-inspiring and more clearly visible to one passing through the valley than to those who inhabit the mountain?
As the strings of a lute are apart though they quiver the same music.
Love has no other desire but to fulfill itself.
Philosophy began when man ate the produce of the earth and suffered indigestion.
It was in my heart to help a little because I was helped much.
Friendship is always a sweet responsibility, never an opportunity.