I believe, indeed, that it is more laudable to suffer great misfortunes than to do great things.

It is hardly possible to suspect another without having in one's self the seeds of baseness the party is accused of.

Reason shows us our duty; he who can make us love our duty is more powerful than reason itself.

Affectation discovers sooner what one is than it makes known what one would fain appear to be.

None are rash when they are not seen by anybody.

Esteem has more engaging charms than friendship, or even love. It captivates hearts better, and never makes ings.

Science when well-digested is nothing but good sense and reason.