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

Nor is it enough to toughen up his soul; you must also toughen up his muscles.

What kind of truth is this which is true on one side of a mountain and false on the other?

When a Roman was returning from a trip, he used to send someone ahead to let his wife know, so as not to surprise her in the act.

In my opinion, the most fruitful and natural play of the mind is conversation. I find it sweeter than any other action in life; and if I were forced to choose, I think I would rather lose my sight than my hearing and voice. The study of books is a drowsy and feeble exercise which does not warm you up.

Judgement can do without knowledge: but not knowledge without judgement.

There are as many and innumerable degrees of wit, as there are cubits between this and heaven.