A man should inure himself to voluntary labor, and not give up to indulgence and pleasure, as they beget no good constitution of body nor knowledge of mind.

I only know one thing, and that is I know nothing

Living well and beautifully and justly are all one thing.

There is no possession more valuable than a good and faithful friend.

When a woman is allowed to become a man's equal, she becomes his superior.

If you want to be a good saddler, saddle the worst horse; for if you can tame one, you can tame all.

Flattery is like a painted armor; only for show.