As much wisdom may be expended on a private economy as on an empire, and as much wisdom may be drawn from it.

We expect a great man to be a good reader.

When private men shall act with original views, the lustre will be transferred from the actions of kings to those of gentlemen.

Everything intercepts us from ourselves.

Life is a festival only to the wise.

First be a good animal.

The real and lasting victories are those of peace, and not of war.