In the truly great, virtue governs with the sceptre of knowledge.

It is manifest that all government of action is to be gotten by knowledge, and knowledge best, by gathering many knowledges, which is reading.

Weigh not so much what men assert, as what they prove. Truth is simple and naked, and needs not invention to apparel her comeliness.

The journey of high honor lies not in smooth ways.

Unlawful desires are punished after the effect of enjoying; but impossible desires are punished in the desire itself.

Nothing has a letter effect upon children than praise.

The only disadvantage of an honest heart is credulity.