A man's own manner and character is what most becomes him.
No deceit is so veiled as that which lies concealed behind the semblance of courtesy.
Man's best support is a very dear friend.
He has no worse enemy than himself.
Diligence which, as it avails in all things, is also of the utmost moment in pleading causes. Diligence is to be particularly cultivated by us; it is to be constantly exerted; it is capable of effecting almost everything.
Virtue is a habit of the mind, consistent with nature and moderation and reason.