The most subtle flattery that a woman can receive is by actions, not by words.

A woman must be truly refined to incite chivalry in the heart of a man.

Reason ought not, like vanity, to adorn herself with ancient parchments, and the display of a genealogical tree; more dignified in her proceedings, and proud of her immortal nature, she ought to derive everything from herself.

Where love and wisdom drink out of the same cup, in this everyday world, it is the exception.

Our own cast-off sorrows are not sufficient to constitute sympathy for others.

The quarrels of lovers are like summer storms. Everything is more beautiful when they have passed.

The heart of a good man is the sanctuary of God in this world.