It is more reverent to believe in the works of the Deity than to comprehend them.
Men are more ready to repay an injury than a benefit, because gratitude is a burden and revenge a pleasure
An eminent reputation is as dangerous as a bad one.
It is found by experience that admirable laws and right precedents among the good have their origin in the misdeeds of others.
The Romans brought devestation, but they called it peace.
One who is allowed to sin, sins less