There is a greatness in being generous, and there is only simple justice in satisfying creditors. Generosity is the part of the soul raised above the vulgar.

A great source of calamity lies in regret and anticipation; therefore a person is wise who thinks of the present alone, regardless of the past or future.

Ask me no questions, and I'll tell you no lies.

Pity, though it may often relieve, is but, at best, a short-lived passion, and seldom affords distress more than transitory assistance; with some it scarce lasts from the first impulse till the hand can be put into the pocket.

Here let me sit in sorrow for mankind.

Even children follow'd with endearing wile, And pluck'd his gown, to share the good man's smile.

If you don't ask me questions, I can't give you an untrue answer.