Take away ambition and vanity, and where will be your heroes and patriots?
In a moment the ashes are made, but a forest is a long time growing.
Those who boast of their descent, brag on what they owe to others.
Religion is regarded by the common people as true, by the wise as false, and by rulers as useful.
The mind, unless it is pure and holy, cannot see God.
No possession is gratifying without a companion.