The divinity who rules within us, forbids us to leave this world without his command.

It is exercise alone that supports the spirits, and keeps the mind in vigor.

Of all nature's gifts to the human race, what is sweeter to a man than his children?

It is difficult to persuade mankind that the love of virtue is the love of themselves.

How do our philosophers act? Do they not inscribe their signatures to the very essays they write on the propriety of despising glory.

It is a shameful thing to be weary of inquiry when what we search for is excellent.

I criticize by creation - not by finding fault.