It is the mind that makes us rich and happy, in what condition soever we are, and money signifies no more to it than it does to the gods.

It is never too late to learn what is always necessary to know.

Those who boast of their descent, brag on what they owe to others.

He shows a greater mind who does not restrain his laughter, than he who does not deny his tears.

What nature requires is obtainable, and within easy reach. It is for the superfluous we sweat.

I am telling you to be a slow-speaking person.

There has never been any great genius without a spice of madness.