Death is dreadful to the man whose all is extinguished with his life; but not to him whose glory never can die.
Virtue is increased by the smile of approval; and the love of renown is the greatest incentive to honourable acts.
Time puts an end to speculation in opinions, and confirms the laws of nature.
Ability without honor is useless.
The function of wisdom is to discriminate between good and evil.
To give and receive advice - the former with freedom, and yet without bitterness, the latter with patience and without irritation - is peculiarly appropriate to geniune friendship.