The more powerful the obstacle, the more glory we have in overcoming it; and the difficulties with which we are met are the maids of honor which set off virtue.
Even Rome cannot grant us a dispensation from death.
Grammar, which knows how to control even kings.
People can be induced to swallow anything, provided it is sufficiently seasoned with praise.
Folk whose own behavior is most ridiculous are always to the fore in slandering others.
It is not only for what we do that we are held responsible, but also for what we do not do.