The enjoyments of this life are not equal to its evils.

Among these things, one thing seems certain - that nothing certain exists and that there is nothing more pitiful or more presumptuous than man.

The lust of avarice as so totally seized upon mankind that their wealth seems rather to possess them than they possess their wealth.

Now, that the sovereign power and deity, whatsoever it is, should have regard of mankind, is a toy and vanity worthy to be laughed at.

Most men are afraid of a bad name, but few fear their consciences.

Nulla dies sine linea - Not a day without a line.

Hope is the pillar that holds up the world. Hope is the dream of a waking man.