I had rather men should ask why my statue is not set up, than why it is.

To be ignorant of the lives of the most celebrated men of antiquity is to continue in a state of childhood all our days.

When another is asked a question, take special care not to interrupt to answer it yourself.

Neither blame or praise yourself.

It is indeed a desirable thing to be well-descended, but the glory belongs to our ancestors.

As small letters hurt the sight, so do small matters him that is too much intent upon them; they vex and stir up anger, which begets an evil habit in him in reference to greater affairs.

The worship most acceptable to God comes from a thankful and cheerful heart.