A coxcomb is ugly all over with the effectation of a fine gentleman.
When a man feel the reprehension of a friend seconded by his own heart, he is easily heated into resentment.
The resolution of the combat is seldom equal to the vehemence of the charge.
Consider what importance to society the chastity of women is. Upon that all the property in the world depends. We hang a thief for stealing a sheep; but the unchastity of a woman transfers sheep and farm and all from the right owner.
Time quickly puts an end to artificial and accidental fame
It is to be steadily inculcated, that virtue is the highest proof of understanding, and the only solid basis of greatness.