Nature loves nothing solitary, and always reaches out to something, as a support, which ever in the sincerest friend is most delightful.

It is virtue, virtue, which both creates and preserves friendship. On it depends harmony of interest, permanence, fidelity.

Men, in whatever anxiety they may be, if they are men, sometimes indulge in relaxation.

What is dignity without honesty?

In doubtful cases the more liberal interpretation must always be preferred.

The injuries that befall us unexpectedly are less severe than those which are deliberately anticipated.

We must not only obtain Wisdom: we must enjoy her.