I will be conquered; I will not capitulate.

Every man speaks and writes with intent to be understood; and it can seldom happen but he that understands himself might convey his notions to another, if, content to be understood, he did not seek to be admired.

Pride is a vice, which pride itself inclines every man to find in others, and to overlook in himself

Ancient travelers guessed; modern travelers measure.

A man with a good coat upon his back meets with a better reception than he who has a bad one.

Tediousness is the most fatal of all faults.

Shame arises from the fear of men, conscience from the fear of God.