Superstition is an unreasoning fear of God.

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

Care should be taken that the punishment does not exceed the guilt; and also that some men do not suffer for offenses for which others are not even indicted.

The foundation of justice is good faith.

Ability without honor is useless.

A dissolute and intemperate youth hands down the body to old age in a worn-out state.

No man can be brave who thinks pain the greatest evil; nor temperate, who considers pleasure the highest good.