It takes great wit and interest and energy to be happy. The pursuit of happiness is a great activity. One must be open and alive. It is the greatest feat man has to accomplish.
Against diseases here the strongest fence is the defensive vertue, Abstinence.
Fain would I kiss my Julia's dainty leg, Which is as white and hairless as an egg.
Those Saints, which God loves best, The Devil tempts not least.
Seldom comes Glory till a man be dead.
Like will to like, each creature loves his kind.