There are odious virtues; such as inflexible severity, and an integrity that accepts of no favor.
The hatred of relatives is the most violent.
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.
Liberty is given by nature even to mute animals.
Nature gives liberty even to dumb animals.
There can never be a complete confidence in a power which is excessive.