The abode of God, too, is wherever is earth and sea and air, and sky and virtue. Why further do we seek the Gods of heaven? Whatever thou dost behold and whatever thou dost touch, that is Jupiter.

As far as the stars are from the earth, and as different as fire is from water, so much do self-interest and integrity differ.

Let him leave the imperial court, who wishes to be virtuous. Virtue and absolute power cannot coexist.

Among those who share a throne there can be no loyalty; Dominion's ever impatient consort.

Neither side is guiltless if its adversary is appointed judge.

There stands the shadow of a glorious name.

To strictest justice many ills belong, And honesty is often in the wrong.