The first bond of society is the marriage tie; the next our children; then the whole family of our house, and all things in common.
We should be careful that our benevolence does not exceed our means.
Vicious habits are so odious and degrading that they transform the individual who practices them into an incarnate demon.
Hatred is a settled anger.
Victory is by nature insolent and haughty.
There is no more sure tie between friends than when they are united in their objects and wishes.