This man [Chesterfield], I thought, had been a Lord among wits; but I find he is only a wit among Lords.

Men become friends by a community of pleasures.

I would advise you, Sir, to study algebra, if you are not an adept already in it: your head would get less muddy, and you will leave off tormenting your neighbours about paper and packthread, while we all live together in a world that is bursting with sin and sorrow.

He who would bring home the wealth of the Indies must carry the wealth of the Indies with him.

Was ever poet so trusted before?

Every man's affairs, however little, are important to himself.

When making your choice in life, do not neglect to live.