An example is often a deceptive mirror, and the order of destiny, so troubling to our thoughts, is not always found written in things past

When there is no peril in the fight there is no glory in the triumph.

Every man of courage is a man of his word.

Do your duty and leave the rest to heaven.

Doubt, but still hate!

Have others fear you, and I will have no fear.

These flattering mirrors reflect imperfectly what is within; the countenance is often a gay deceiver. What defects of mind lie hidden under its beauty! What fair exteriors conceal base souls!