A true man hates no one.

He, who practices right, but in the hope of acquiring great renown, is very near to vice.

The greatest ornament of an illustrious life is modesty and humility, which go a great way in the character even of the most exalted princes.

The strong man is the one who is able to intercept at will the communication between the senses and the mind.

Never interrupt your enemy when he is making a mistake.

I am surrounded by priests who repeat incessantly that their kingdom is not of this world, and yet they lay their hands on everything they can get.

Providence is always on the side of the last reserve.