The ripeness of adolescence is prodigal in pleasures, skittish, and in need of a bridle.

Foreign lady once remarked to the wife of a Spartan commander that the women of Sparta were the only women in the world who could rule men. "We are the only women who raise men," the Spartan lady replied.

When one is transported by rage, it is best to observe attentively the effects on those who deliver themselves over to the same passion.

But for the sake of some little mouthful of flesh we deprive a soul of the sun and light, and of that proportion of life and time it had been born into the world to enjoy.

For to err in opinion, though it be not the part of wise men, is at least human.

Distressed valor challenges great respect, even from an enemy.

As bees extract honey from thyme, the strongest and driest of herbs, so sensible men often get advantage and profit from the most awkward circumstances.