Reason deceives us more often than does nature.

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

We can love with all our hearts those in whom we recognize great faults. It would be impertinent to believe that perfection alone has the right to please us; sometimes our weaknesses attach us to each other as much as our virtues.

Lazy people always intend to start doing something.

We can console ourselves for not having great talents as we console ourselves for not having great places. We can be above both in our hearts.

It is a great sign of mediocrity to praise always moderately.

The counsels of old age give light without heat, like the sun in winter.