Excitement is the drunkenness of the spirits. Only calm waters reflect heaven in their bosom.
envy and hatred fascinate the eyes and never make them see things as they are.
Delicacy is the genuine tint of virtue.
Prudence advises us to use our enemies as if one day they might be friends.
The cup of joy is heaviest when empty.
Joy takes away from us the thoughts of our actions; sorrow it is that awakens the soul.