There is no greater fool than the man who thinks himself wise; no one is wiser than he who suspects he is a fool.
Extreme concupiscence may be found under extreme austerity.
The cup of joy is heaviest when empty.
envy and hatred fascinate the eyes and never make them see things as they are.
The more hidden the venom, the more dangerous it is.
The woman who does not choose to love should cut the matter short at once, by holding out no hopes to her suitor.