No man esteems anything that comes to him by chance; but when it is governed by reason, it brings credit both to the giver and receiver; whereas those favors are in some sort scandalous that make a man ashamed of his patron.

The primary sign of a well-ordered mind is a man's ability to remain in one place and linger in his own company

Refrain from following the example of those whose craving is for attention, not their own improvement.

Let the weary at length possess quiet rest.

All we see and admire today will burn in the universal fire that ushers in a new, just, happy world.

Of all the felicities, the most charming is that of a firm and gentle friendship. It sweetens all our cares, dispels our sorrows, and counsels us in all extremities. Nay, if there were no other comfort in it than the pare exercise of so generous a virtue, even for that single reason a man would not be without it; it is a sovereign antidote against all calamities - even against the fear of death itself.

He, who will not pardon others, must not himself expect pardon.