I hate all children of precocious talent.

Every generous action loves the public view; yet no theatre for virtue is equal to a consciousness of it.

Laws should be interpreted in a liberal sense so that their intention may be preserved.

But if you should take the bond of goodwill out of the universe no house or city could stand, nor would even the tillage of the fields abide. If that statement is not clear, then you may understand how great is the power of friendship and of concord from a consideration of the results of enmity and disagreement. For what house is so strong, or what state so enduring that it cannot be utterly overthrown by animosities and division?

It is as hard for the good to suspect evil, as it is for the bad to suspect good.

Be a pattern to others and then all will go well.

It is a common saying that many pecks of salt must be eaten before the duties of friendship can be discharged.