We are usually mistaken in esteeming men too much; rarely in esteeming them too little.

It is having in some measure a sort of wit to know how to use the wit of others.

To be vain of one's rank or place is to show that one is below it.

Have the courage to face a difficulty lest it kick you harder than you bargain for.

The strong desire for success is the best indication that you can achieve success.

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

Some like to understand what they believe in. Others like to believe in what they understand.