The road to learning by precept is long, but by example short and effective.

When in fear, it is safest to force the attack.

There's some end at last for the man who follows a path; mere rambling is interminable.

For the great benefits of our being- our life, health, and reason-we look upon ourselves.

All art is an imitation of nature.

If you want to be loved, love.

What is the proper limit for wealth? It is, first, to have what is necessary; and, second, to have what is enough.