Difficulty is a coin the learned make use of like jugglers, to conceal the inanity of their art.

Glory and repose are things that cannot possibly inhabit in one and the same place.

A strong memory is commonly coupled with infirm judgment.

Kings and philosophers defecate, and so do ladies.

I listen with attention to the judgment of all men; but so far as I can remember, I have followed none but my own.

To honor him whom we have made is far from honoring him that hath made us.

The profit we possess after study is to have become better and wiser.