The bounds of a man's knowledge are easily concealed, if he has but prudence.

To aim at excellence, our reputation, and friends, and all must be ventured; to aim at the average we run no risk and provide little service.

And e'en while fashion's brightest arts decoy, The heart distrusting asks if this be joy.

Ridicule has always been the enemy of enthusiasm, and the only worthy opponent to ridicule is success.

Ceremonies are different in every country, but true politeness is everywhere the same.

O Luxury! thou curst by Heaven's decree!

Both wit and understanding are trifles without integrity; it is that which gives value to every character. The ignorant peasant, without fault, is greater than the philosopher with many; for what is genius or courage without a heart?