Noble character is best appreciated in those ages in which it can most readily develop.

Crime succeeds by sudden despatch; honest counsels gain vigor by delay.

A bitter jest, when it comes too near the truth, leaves a sharp sting behind it.

The love of dominion is the most engrossing passion.

There can never be a complete confidence in a power which is excessive.

Liberty is given by nature even to mute animals.

Posterity allows to every man his true value and proper honours.