Memory is the receptacle and sheath of all knowledge

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.

Every man should bear his own grievances rather than detract from the comforts of another.

He who suffers, remembers.

It is not by muscle, speed, or physical dexterity that great things are achieved, but by reflection, force of character, and judgment.

Civilized people are taught by logic, barbarians, by necessity, communities by tradition; and the lesson inculcated even in wild beasts by nature itself. They learn that they have to defend their own bodies and persons lives from violence of any and every kind by all means within their power.

Hatred is settled anger.