The fool is like those people who think themselves rich with little.

When an idea is not robust enough to stand expression in simple terms, it is a sign that it should be rejected.

The falsest of all philosophies is that which, under the pretext of delivering men from the embarrassment of their passions, counsels idleness and the abandonment and neglect of themselves.

As it is natural to believe many things without proof, so, despite all proof, is it natural to disbelieve others.

The greatest achievement of the human spirit is to live up to one's opportunities and make the most of one's resources.

The character of false wit is that of appearing to depend only upon reason.

Men dissimulate their dearest, most constant, and most virtuous inclination from weakness and a fear of being condemned.