The most evident difference between man and animals is this: the beast, in as much as it is largely motivated by the senses and with little perception of the past or future, lives only for the present. But man, because he is endowed with reason by which he is able to perceive relationships, sees the causes of things, understands the reciprocal nature of cause and effect, makes analogies, easily surveys the whole course of his life, and makes the necessary preparations for its conduct.

More law, less justice.

The countenance is the portrait of the soul, and the eyes mark its intentions.

Little by little old age renders the body less powerful.

To live long it is necessary to live slowly.

Here is a man whose life and actions the world has already condemned - yet whose enormous fortune...has already brought him acquittal!

Never go to excess, but let moderation be your guide.