God has put into the heart of man love and the boldness to sue, and into the heart of woman fear and the courage to refuse.
Joy takes away from us the thoughts of our actions; sorrow it is that awakens the soul.
The more hidden the venom, the more dangerous it is.
It is the same in love as in war; a fortress that parleys is half taken.
Mistrust is the sure forerunner of hatred.
Delicacy is the genuine tint of virtue.