The kind of man who always thinks that he is right, that his opinions, his pronouncements, are the final word, when once exposed shows nothing there. But a wise man has much to learn without a loss of dignity.

Laws can never be enforced unless fear supports them.

Knowledge must come through action.

For even bold natures flee, whenever they see Hades close to life.

Whoe'er imagines prudence all his own, Or deems that he hath powers to speak and judge Such as none other hath, when they are known, They are found shallow.

The good befriend themselves.

Reverence does not die with mortals, nor does it perish whether they live or die.