Mistrust is the sure forerunner of hatred.

distrust ... is the beginning of hatred.

We are always more disposed to laugh at nonsense than at genuine wit; because the nonsense is more agreeable to us, being more comfortable to our natures.

No one perfectly loves God who does not perfectly love some of his creatures.

Joy takes away from us the thoughts of our actions; sorrow it is that awakens the soul.

We shall all be perfectly virtuous when there is no longer any flesh on our bones.

envy and hatred fascinate the eyes and never make them see things as they are.