Let a man be but in earnest in praying against a temptation as the tempter is in pressing it, and he needs not proceed by a surer measure.
He who has no mind to trade with the Devil should be so wise as to keep from his shop.
A true friend is the gift of God, and He only who made hearts can unite them.
Anger is a transient hatred; or at least very like it.
Folly enlarges men's desires while it lessens their capacities.
Society is built upon trust.