A man would have no pleasures in discovering all the beauties of the universe, even in heaven itself, unless he had a partner to whom he might communicate his joys.

There is a difference between justice and consideration in one's relations to one's fellow men. It is the function of justice not to do wrong to one's fellow men of considerateness, not to wound their feelings.

Nature has inclined us to love men.

I do not now so much as wish to have the Strength of Youth again that I wish'd in Youth for the Strength of an Ox or Elephant. For it is our Business only to make the best Use we can of the Powers granted us by Nature.

Virtue is increased by the smile of approval; and the love of renown is the greatest incentive to honourable acts.

Frugality includes all the other virtues.

It is certain that memory contains not only philosophy, but all the arts and all that appertain to the use of life.