Those most moved to tears by every word of a preacher are generally weak and a rascal when the feelings evaporate.

All those who offer an opinion on any doubtful point should first clear their minds of every sentiment of dislike, friendship, anger or pity.

To like and dislike the same things that is indeed true friendship.

The firmest friendship is based on an identity of likes and dislikes.

In my opinion, he only may be truly said to live and enjoy his being who is engaged in some laudable pursuit, and acquires a name by some illustrious action, or useful art.

All men who would surpass the other animals should do their best not to pass through life silently like the beasts whom nature made prone, obedient to their bellies.

Harmony makes small things grow; lack of it makes great things decay.