No-one is exempt from speaking nonsense – the only misfortune is to do it solemnly.

A wise man loses nothing, if he but save himself.

Glory consists of two parts: the one in setting too great a value upon ourselves, and the other in setting too little a value upon others.

We owe subjection and obedience to all our kings, whether good or bad, alike, for that has respect unto their office; but as to esteem and affection, these are only due to their virtue.

Men are tormented by the opinions they have of things, and not the things themselves.

There is a sort of gratification in doing good which makes us rejoice in ourselves.

We are all of us richer than we think we are.