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.

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

Give help rather than advice.

Habit is everything, even in love.

Some of us would be greatly astonished to learn the reasons why others respect us.

Prosperity makes few friends.

Men are not to be judged by what they do not know, but by what they know, and by the manner in which they know it.