Every one's true worship was that which he found in use in the place where he chanced to be.

No one but yourself knows whether you are cowardly and cruel, or loyal and devout; others do not see you; they surmise you by uncertain conjectures; they perceive not so much your nature as your art.

I speak the truth, not my fill of it, but as much as I dare speak; and I dare to do so a little more as I grow old.

It is an absolute perfection and virtually divine to know how to enjoy our being rightfully.

Not being able to govern events, I govern myself.

Stubborn and ardent clinging to one's opinion is the best proof of stupidity.

He loves little who loves by rule.