Then there is the usual scene when lovers are excited with each other, quarrels, entreaties, reproaches, and then fondling reconcilement.

In seasons of tumult and discord bad men have most power; mental and moral excellence require peace and quietness.

Liberty is given by nature even to mute animals.

The grove is the centre of their whole religion. It is regarded as the cradle of the race and the dwelling-place of the supreme god to whom all things are subject and obedient.

Benefits received are a delight to us as long as we think we can requite them; when that possibility is far exceeded, they are repaid with hatred instead of gratitude.

If we must fall, we should boldly meet our fate.

That cannot be safe which is not honourable.