The real destroyer of the liberties of the people is he who spreads among them bounties, donations and benefits.
Lying is a most disgraceful vice; it first despises God, and then fears men.
When men are arrived at the goal, they should not turn back.
Whenever anything is spoken against you that is not true, do not pass by or despise it because it is false; but forthwith examine yourself, and consider what you have said or done that may administer a just occasion of reproof.
Painting is silent poetry, and poetry is painting that speaks.
To do an evil action is base; to do a good action without incurring danger is common enough; but it is the part of a good man to do great and noble deeds, though he risks every thing.