The smallest annoyances, disturb us the most.

We judge a horse not only by its pace on a racecourse, but also by its walk, nay, when resting in its stable.

Socrates thought and so do I that the wisest theory about the gods is no theory at all.

The good opinion of the vulgar is injurious.

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.

When I play with my cat, who knows whether she is not amusing herself with me more than I with her.

Persons of mean understandings, not so inquisitive, nor so well instructed, are made good Christians, and by reverence and obedience, implicity believe, and abide by their belief.