Every recreant who proved his timidity in the hour of danger, was afterwards boldest in words and tongue.

It is common, to esteem most what is most unknown.

There are odious virtues; such as inflexible severity, and an integrity that accepts of no favor.

Kindness, so far as we can return it, is agreeable.

Neglected, calumny soon expires, show that you are hurt, and you give it the appearance of truth.

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

The wicked find it easier to coalesce for seditious purposes than for concord in peace.