They are eloquent who can speak low things acutely, and of great things with dignity, and of moderate things with temper.
There is no more sure tie between friends than when they are united in their objects and wishes.
A man of courage is also full of faith.
Silent enim leges inter arma (Laws are silent in times of war).
No one has leave to sin.
It is not a virtue, but a deceptive copy and imitation of virtue, when we are led to the performance of duty by pleasure as its recompense.