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.
It is easy to criticize an author, but difficult to appreciate him.
The law cannot equalize mankind in spite of nature.
Action makes more fortune than caution.
We often quarrel with the unfortunate to get rid of pitying them.
None are more liable to mistakes than those who act only on second thoughts.