I believe, indeed, that it is more laudable to suffer great misfortunes than to do great things.
Nothing but religion is capable of changing pains into pleasures.
Where religion speaks, reason has only a right to hear.
To be vain of one's rank or place is to show that one is below it.
It is having in some measure a sort of wit to know how to use the wit of others.
Esteem has more engaging charms than friendship, or even love. It captivates hearts better, and never makes ings.