Gold adulterates one thing only,--the human heart.
Adversity is solitary, while prosperity dwells in a crowd
Excitement is the drunkenness of the spirits. Only calm waters reflect heaven in their bosom.
Joy takes away from us the thoughts of our actions; sorrow it is that awakens the soul.
Extreme concupiscence may be found under extreme austerity.
It is only the educated who can produce or appreciate high art.